🕵️ Hidden Tracking Detected in Claude Code
A hidden mechanism for tracking users from China via steganography and timezone checks was discovered in the Claude Code tool (version 2.1.91). Alibaba has already banned its engineers from using this software, labeling it high-risk.
🌍 The incident intensifies the risk of "decoupling" AI infrastructures between the US and China. Additionally, Microsoft is planning a transition to its Autopilot autonomous agent model, which will change computational resource requirements.
👤 Developers should exercise caution when using tools with full access to the file system. For Microsoft Copilot users, deep agent integration is expected, though new features will require separate payment.
Source 1: https://thenextweb.com/news/alibaba-bans-claude-code-anthropic-tracking-chinese-users Source 2: https://the-decoder.com/hidden-code-in-claude-code-secretly-flagged-chinese-users/