AI-Accelerated Supply Chain Attacks with Mackenzie Jackson
Show notes
How are supply-chain attacks evolving? Richard chats with Mackenzie Jackson about his work helping companies protect their software supply chains from malware attacks. Mackenzie discusses the vulnerability of developers to attacks, since their accounts are often highly privileged and invariably contain access to exploitable secrets. The conversation digs into the challenges of securing various code distribution mechanisms like npm and how you can protect your organization - starting with, don't install packages as soon as they are released! There are effective tools for detecting malware in code, but they take time. Waiting 48 hours can eliminate a lot of risk!
Links
- Aikido Software
- Trivy
- Claude Mythos
- OpenClaw
- Shai-Hulud Guidance
- ClawHub
- Open Source Malware
- Windows Update Management
Recorded June 15, 2026