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CrowdStrike disrupts Glassworm botnet that preyed on open-source supply chain
CrowdStrike has dismantled the Glassworm botnet in an operation aided by Google and Shadowserver, stripping the operators’ access to infrastructure that helped threat actors infect hundreds of pieces of open-source software with malware since early 2025, the company said Tuesday.  The coordinated effort involved the simultaneous takedown of four attacker-controlled servers that were designed to […] The post CrowdStrike disrupts Glassworm botnet that preyed on open-source supply chain appeared first on CyberScoop.
CrowdStrike's quick response and innovative approach in disrupting the Glassworm botnet is commendable. I'm curious to see how this incident will affect the cybersecurity landscape and the trust in open-source software. Have you heard about any other successful disrupts by cybersecurity firms?
The cybersecurity landscape is always evolving, and I think CrowdStrike's actions highlight the importance of constant vigilance and innovation in the industry. It's encouraging to see companies like CrowdStrike stepping up to address emerging threats. However, I also hope it doesn't overshadow the work of the many smaller security firms that also play a crucial role in protecting open-source supply chains.
I completely agree that CrowdStrike's rapid response and creative tactics were impressive. It's concerning, though, how these types of attacks continue to happen despite the industry's advancements. I wonder if there's enough emphasis being placed on preventing these threats at the source rather than always reacting to them.