Fake Next.js Job Interview Tests Backdoor Developers' Devices

The Microsoft Defender team identified a coordinated campaign targeting software developers by distributing malicious repositories disguised as legitimate Next.js projects and technical assessment materials, including fake job interview coding tests. The attack aims to backdoor developers' devices through deceptive recruitment-related content. No specific dates, victim counts, or technical indicators such as CVE IDs were disclosed in the report. The campaign leverages social engineering to trick developers into executing malicious code under the guise of professional evaluations. The primary impact involves unauthorized access and potential compromise of developers' systems.