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GitHub Malicious Code Targeted Ethereum, Removed from VS Code

Thiago Alvarez
Last updated: July 11, 2025 11:40 am
Thiago Alvarez
Published: July 11, 2025
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Key Takeaways:

  • Malicious code inserted into the ETHcode extension.
  • Thousands of developers potentially impacted.
  • Security vulnerabilities in open-source software.

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The malicious code was inserted into ETHcode, an Ethereum extension for Visual Studio Code, submitted by GitHub user Airez299, leading to its removal on June 26 by Microsoft.

This incident underscores security risks in crypto development tools due to the exploitation of open-source platforms where vulnerabilities can impact large networks.

A malicious pull request targeted ETHcode, a tool for Ethereum developers, submitted via a throwaway account. It emphasizes vulnerabilities in open-source infrastructure, affecting thousands of systems. Microsoft swiftly removed the extension following the alert from ReversingLabs.

“With nearly 6,000 installs, ETHcode has potentially spread this malware to thousands of developer systems…depending on the lateral movement capabilities of the further payload stages.” — ReversingLabs, Security Research Group (ReversingLabs Analysis)

In response to the detected threat, Microsoft and the 7finney team acted by removing and patching ETHcode, impacting developer trust. Security researchers emphasize the potential risk of compromised assets, highlighting the sophisticated approach of supply chain attacks.

The security breach in ETHcode affects the trust in open-source development, particularly in blockchain technologies. Developers face increased scrutiny of coding tools used to secure sensitive digital assets. The incident renewed calls for enhanced security measures from GitHub and similar platforms.

ReversingLabs’ analysis warns of possible financial threats due to compromised tools, although no direct financial impacts or losses have been confirmed yet. Technological implications persist, with vulnerabilities in developer environments being potential targets in the crypto industry.

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