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macOS Sequoia Update Breaks Multiple Security Tools

Divya — Mon, 23 Sep 2024 07:20:32 +0000

Apple’s latest operating system update, macOS 15, also known as Sequoia, has disrupted the functionality of several prominent security tools. Users and developers have taken to social media and Mac-focused Slack channels to express their frustration over the issues caused by the update. Security tools from companies like CrowdStrike, SentinelOne, Microsoft, and others have reportedly […]

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Apple Tightens macOS Gatekeeper Controls in macOS Sequoia

Divya — Wed, 07 Aug 2024 10:47:09 +0000

Apple has announced changes to its macOS Gatekeeper security feature with the release of macOS Sequoia. These changes aim to bolster user security by making it more challenging to run potentially harmful software. Stricter Gatekeeper Policies In macOS Sequoia, Apple has eliminated the ability for users to override Gatekeeper by Control-clicking on software that isn’t […]

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Malicious Python Package Attacking macOS Developers To Steal Google Cloud Logins

Tushar Subhra — Mon, 29 Jul 2024 09:32:30 +0000

Hackers continuously exploit malicious Python packages to attack developer environments and inject harmful code that enables them to steal sensitive information, install malware, or create backdoors. The method takes advantage of the widely-used repositories for packaging consequently creating a widespread impact with minimum effort from the attackers. Cybersecurity researchers at CheckMarx recently identified that threat […]

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macOS Users Beware Of Weaponized Meeting App From North Korean Hackers

Tushar Subhra — Thu, 18 Jul 2024 13:11:30 +0000

Meeting apps are often targeted and turned into weapons by hackers as they are largely employed for communication and collaboration, frequently carrying sensitive data and user groups that are wide. Such platforms gain trust among their users as of their pervasiveness as well as high level of acceptance, enabling the hackers to take advantage of […]

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Malicious PyPI & NPM Packages Attacking MacOS Users

Divya — Fri, 24 May 2024 11:21:06 +0000

Cybersecurity researchers have identified a series of malicious software packages targeting MacOS users. These packages, found on the Python Package Index (PyPI) and NPM, have been meticulously analyzed to uncover their malicious intent and sophisticated attack mechanisms. GuardDog: The Sentinel Against Malicious Packages In late 2022, a CLI-based tool named GuardDog was released. Utilizing Semgrep […]

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Hackers Install macOS Malware Using Weaponised Calendar Invites

Tushar Subhra — Wed, 06 Mar 2024 08:45:18 +0000

Hackers use weaponized calendar invites to exploit vulnerabilities in email systems, tricking users into clicking on malicious links or downloading malware disguised as event attachments. By leveraging trust in calendar invitations, threat actors increase the likelihood of successful phishing attacks and unauthorized access to sensitive information. Cybersecurity researchers at Malwarebytes recently discovered that hackers are […]

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Beware of Pirated MacOS Apps That Install Chinese Malware

Gurubaran — Mon, 22 Jan 2024 14:12:30 +0000

Similar to ZuRu malware, a new malware has been found embedded in pirated macOS applications, which downloads and executes several payloads to compromise devices in the background. Specifically, these apps are hosted on Chinese pirate websites to entice more victims. The malware specifically targets applications that are frequently downloaded illegally, including FinalShell, Microsoft Remote Desktop […]

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macOS Infostealers That Actively Involve in Attacks Evade XProtect Detection

Eswar — Wed, 17 Jan 2024 12:03:31 +0000

Ever since the beginning of 2023, infostealers targeting macOS have been on the rise with many threat actors actively targeting Apple devices. As of last year, many variants of Atomic Stealer, macOS meta stealer, RealStealer, and many others were discovered. However, Apple updated their built-in antivirus “XProtect” signature databases in macOS which denotes that Apple […]

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JaskaGO Malware Attacking Windows and macOS Operating Systems

Tushar Subhra — Fri, 22 Dec 2023 09:33:42 +0000

Due to the widespread use and popularity of Windows and macOS, threat actors often target these platforms. Windows is a common target because it dominates the global operating system market, while macOS is targeted because of its majority among:- Recently, cybersecurity researchers at ATT discovered JaskaGO malware, which was found to be attacking Windows and […]

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North Korean Hackers Attacking macOS Using Weaponized Documents

Tushar Subhra — Thu, 30 Nov 2023 09:49:54 +0000

Hackers often use weaponized documents to exploit vulnerabilities in software, which enables the execution of malicious code. All these documents contain malicious code or macros, often disguised as familiar files, which help hackers gain unauthorized access and deliver malware to their targets. Recently, the cybersecurity researchers at SentinelOne reported that North Korean hackers are actively […]

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