Fair to say that #AI adoption is driving an already dire situation for some open source projects where comprehension of a codebase could in fact go from a bus factor of "1" to zero.

The implication which I'd argue we've already seen some of is that no one actually understands how the thing works.

If you also accept that AI pricing is particularily broken (token #obfuscation) - long term who do you ask to fix it ?

Formbook Malware Exploits Obfuscation to Evade Detection

Staying one step ahead of threats just got tougher: Formbook malware's latest campaign combines DLL side-loading and obfuscated JavaScript to expertly evade detection. This sneaky tactic allows it to remain hidden, making it a formidable foe in the cybersecurity landscape.

https://osintsights.com/formbook-malware-exploits-obfuscation-to-evade-detection?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=social

#FormbookMalware #MalwareOperations #EvasionTechniques #EmergingThreats #Obfuscation

Formbook Malware Exploits Obfuscation to Evade Detection

Learn how Formbook malware uses obfuscation to evade detection and stay hidden. Discover the latest evasion methods and protect your system now with expert insights.

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Do you happen to know, by any rare chance, any dataset with obfuscated binaries?

#reverseengineering #obfuscation #deobfuscation

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Use the Anti Cheat Free | Keep hackers & cheaters away | v2026 from GuardingPearSoftware on your next project. Find this utility tool & more on the Unity Asset Store.

It is exactly what I visualize every time I see one of those "cookie consent" popups on a website.

#Privacy #GDPR #BigTech #Obfuscation #DataSecurity #SurveillanceCapitalism #TechPhilosophy #Fediverse #Blog #Meme

🎮 Ah, yes, the thrilling world of binary #obfuscation in #AAA games — because who wouldn't want their favorite game code wrapped in layers of digital toilet paper? 🙄 It's like hiding your diary by burying it under a mountain of unwashed laundry, but hey, at least it doesn't "kill" the compiler's optimization. 🤦‍♂️ #GameDevGenius
https://blog.farzon.org/2026/04/binary-obfuscation-that-doesnt-kill-lto.html #GameDev #CodeOptimization #DigitalSecurity #GamingHumor #HackerNews #ngated
Binary Obfuscation that Doesn't Kill LTO: A Recap of My Thotcon Talk

Différentes techniques d'obfuscation au cas où vous voulez afficher une adresse email sur votre site web, idéalement en prêtant attention à l'accessibilité.

🔗 https://spencermortensen.com/articles/email-obfuscation/

#email #obfuscation #robot #spam

Email address obfuscation: What works in 2026?

Jens Oliver Meiert: Releasing Searcher, a Configurable, Privacy-Minded Chromium Extension to Trigger Random Searches. “As part of my brand-new IA Defensa family of mini defense tools, Searcher Chromium is a configurable and extensible browser extension that automatically enters and can trigger searches on Google, Amazon, and almost any other site with a search field. The capability makes it […]

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Jens Oliver Meiert: Releasing Searcher, a Configurable, Privacy-Minded Chromium Extension to Trigger Random Searches

Jens Oliver Meiert: Releasing Searcher, a Configurable, Privacy-Minded Chromium Extension to Trigger Random Searches. “As part of my brand-new IA Defensa family of mini defense tools, Searche…

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Email address obfuscation: What works in 2026?

🖥️ Ah, the timeless tradition of job security through obfuscation! 🎉 Master the art of turning your Java code into a cryptic mess, ensuring you'll be irreplaceable, because who doesn't love a good puzzle, right? 🧩 It's a classic 1999 throwback to when the real skill was making sure no one else could ever fix what you broke! 🙃
https://www.doc.ic.ac.uk/%7Esusan/475/unmain.html #jobsecurity #obfuscation #codingpuzzles #softwaredevelopment #techhumor #1999throwback #HackerNews #ngated
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