The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) has issued a warning to startups and IT firms regarding a malware campaign named Shai Hulud, inspired by the Dune series. This malicious software targets the JavaScript node package manager (npm) ecosystem, compromising over 500 npm packages and posing severe risks to sensitive data within the software development community. CERT-In highlights that the attack, initiated through phishing emails, can lead to unauthorized code execution and supply chain compromises, endangering fintech platforms and e-Governance applications. The situation underscores the urgent need for enhanced cybersecurity measures within India’s growing tech sector, as such vulnerabilities could threaten the integrity and reliability of digital services vital to the nation’s economic progress.