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Updated macOS malware variant uncovered by Microsoft
Microsoft has observed a once formant macOS malware that has now began targeting Apple’s Xcode platform in a new, more enhanced variant. The Latest Tech News, Delivered to Your Inbox
Microsoft warns that the powerful XCSSET macOS malware is back with new tricks
Microsoft said it has detected a new variant of XCSSET, a powerful macOS malware family that has targeted developers and users since at least 2020.
These fake macOS updates are actually just looking to spread malware
They opted for the “fake update” distribution method, where victims would visit a compromised website which would serve a popup. That popup would warn users that they needed to update either their Macs, or their browsers, in order to view the contents of the website.
New Mac Malware Poses as Browser Updates
Researchers warn of rising macOS-targeted attacks as hackers exploit fake updates to bypass security. FrigidStealer malware highlights growing enterprise risks.
Microsoft warns users about a powerful new Mac malware: What you should know
Microsoft has discovered a new and more dangerous version of the XCSSET macOS malware circulating in the wild. Here are the details.
New Malware Can Steal Crypto on Apple macOS Devices: Microsoft
The latest version of XCSSET can also record a victim's screen—and even manipulate the Bitcoin addresses that appear in their browser.
Microsoft Discovers Return Of Alarming MacOS Malware With Sinister New Tricks
Microsoft Threat Intelligence has recently identified a new, more sophisticated XCSSET variant targeting macOS.
Microsoft Warns of Improved XCSSET macOS Malware
Microsoft has observed a new variant of the XCSSET malware being used in limited attacks against macOS users. A new variant of the sophisticated XCSSET malware has been observed in recent, limited attacks against macOS users, Microsoft reports.
A new variant of the XCSSET macOS modular malware has emerged
A new variant of the XCSSET macOS modular malware has emerged in attacks that target users’ sensitive information, including digital wallets and data from the legitimate Notes app, reports Bleeping Computer.
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Proofpoint Uncovers FrigidStealer, A New MacOS Infostealer
Proofpoint also identified two new threat actors operating components of web inject campaigns, TA2726 and TA2727 ...
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Microsoft spots XCSSET macOS malware variant used for crypto theft
A new variant of the XCSSET macOS modular malware has emerged in attacks that target users' sensitive information, including digital wallets and data from the legitimate Notes app. The malware ...
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Freelance Software Developers in North Korean Malware Crosshairs
ESET says hundreds of freelance software developers have fallen victim to North Korean hackers posing as recruiters.
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New macOS malware dubbed ‘FrigidStealer’ uses web inject campaigns
Proofpoint has identified a new MacOS malware delivered via web inject campaigns that researchers dubbed “FrigidStealer.” The ...