A recent report from Sonatype has revealed a staggering 156% increase in the number of malicious packages within the open-source ecosystem over the past year. This surge highlights the growing threat posed by cybercriminals who are increasingly leveraging hybrid password attacks to exploit weak credentials. Traditional defenses are becoming inadequate, prompting experts to recommend the implementation of multi-factor authentication (MFA) and stronger password policies as essential measures to mitigate these risks. Additionally, cybercriminals are evolving their tactics, using phishing campaigns that exploit platforms like GitHub, Telegram bots, and QR codes to bypass security measures and deliver malware.