macOS, malware and Microsoft

Microsoft warns that the powerful XCSSET macOS malware is back with new tricks
Microsoft Defender for Endpoint on Mac now detects the new XCSSET variant, and it’s likely other malware detection engines will soon, if not already. Unfortunately, Microsoft didn’t release file hashes or other indicators of compromise that people can use to determine if they have been targeted. Microsoft didn’t respond to an email asking for them.
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
Mac users beware: AI-powered malware threats are on the rise
Even Apple products are vulnerable to cybercriminals, and a new report suggests the owners of Mac products will have to be more vigilant this year.
Microsoft Uncovers New XCSSET macOS Malware Variant with Advanced Obfuscation Tactics
Microsoft discovers new XCSSET macOS malware variant with enhanced obfuscation, persistence, and infection strategies.
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.
XCSSET macOS malware reappears with new attack strategies, Microsoft sounds alarm
The updated malware, which spreads via infected Xcode projects, introduces advanced evasion tactics and persistence mechanisms to bypass security defenses.
New FrigidStealer Malware Targets macOS Users via Fake Browser Updates
Cybersecurity researchers are alerting to a new campaign that leverages web injects to deliver a new Apple macOS malware known as FrigidStealer. The activity has been attributed to a previously undocumented threat actor known as TA2727,
Hackers planted a Steam game with malware to steal gamers’ passwords
Researchers found that PirateFI was never designed to be a real game, but a vehicle to infect gamers with malware and steal ...
New Mac Malware Poses as Browser Updates
Researchers warn of rising macOS-targeted attacks as hackers exploit fake updates to bypass security. FrigidStealer malware ...
Google Calendar Malware Is on the Rise. Here’s How to Stay Safe
An app so basic and everyday, you might never think it could be used to channel malware in your direction. But with millions ...
Macs under attack from dangerous malware targeting digital wallets and Apple’s Notes app — how to stay safe
As reported by BleepingComputer, a new variant of the modular Mac malware XCSSET has been discovered in the wild. And with ...
New WatchGuard Threat Lab Report Finds 300% Increase in Endpoint Malware as Threat Actors Target Legitimate Web Services and Documents
WatchGuard® Technologies, a global leader in unified cybersecurity, today released the findings of its latest Internet Security Report, a quarterly analysis detailing the top malware, network, and ...
Screenshot-scanning malware discovered on Apple App Store in first-of-its-kind attack
Security experts have discovered that hackers are targeting apps on the App Store to spread malware that steals information ...
Tracking the rise of AI-powered malware threats
Matt Rose, CXO of TechRage IT, joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to discuss the impacts of artificial intelligence on the tech ...
Valve removes PirateFi, a free Steam game that was laced with infostealing malware
PirateFi, the free to play that was laced with Vidar infostealing malware was removed on February 12 and had 1,500 downloads.
US military and defense contractors hit with Infostealer malware
US military agencies and defense contractors hit by infostealer malware The malware can exfiltrate victim's data Researchers ...