Beware of Weaponized VS Code Extension Named ClawdBot Agent that Deploys ScreenConnect RAT

A malicious VS Code extension has surfaced in the digital threat landscape, targeting developers who rely on coding tools daily. Discovered on January 27, 2026, the fake “ClawdBot Agent” extension presented itself as a legitimate AI-powered assistant, but it concealed a dangerous payload underneath. Unlike the actual Clawdbot service, which never released an official VS […]

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