Apple, macOS and malware

New macOS malware uses Apple's own code to quietly steal credentials and personal data — how to stay safe
Check Point researchers warn that despite Apple's robust security features, "the rise of the Banshee stealer serves as a reminder that no operating system is immune to threats." So what can you do to keep the best Macs protected from malware like Banshee macOS Stealer?
Apple users warned of hi-tech Mac malware that steals personal data, goes undetected for months— here’s how to stay safe
In the fall, it was discovered that the “Banshee macOS Stealer” was modified by developers using “stolen” code from Apple’s XProtect, an antivirus system built into Mac devices, which allowed the malware to go undetected on user’s computers.
Apple's Mac users beware! This malware can steal your data
A new malware, dubbed the "Banshee macOS Stealer," is posing a major threat to some 100 million Apple users globally. The news comes from Check Point, a leading cybersecurity software company.
Banshee Stealer malware targets business data of macOS users
Banshee login panel On January 9, 2025, Check Point Research (CSR) announced that it discovered a more sophisticated version of the Banshee Stealer malware. It warned that businesses
This devious macOS malware is evading capture by using Apple's own encryption
Security researchers from Check Point Research recently find new variant of Banshee malware The new variant uses encryption that allows it to blend with regular macOS operations The campaign went unabated for two months Cybersecurity researchers from Check Point Research recently uncovered a new version of the Banshee infostealer,
MacOS Malware Strain Hides Under Apple's Encryption to Steal Your Money
Banshee' info-stealing malware uses Apple's XProtect string encryption to steal crypto. This may have let the malware slip by some antivirus programs, according to new research.
Critical Warning For 100 Million Apple Users—New Hack Attack Confirmed
Security researchers have warned that a new variant of the Banshee credential-stealer is targeting Apple’s 100 million macOS users. Here’s what you need to know.
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New Banshee Stealer Variant Bypasses Antivirus with Apple's XProtect-Inspired Encryption
Banshee Stealer, a $3,000/month macOS malware, resurfaces with XProtect encryption, targeting 100M users via phishing ...
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Check Point Research Warns 100 Million macOS Users Of A New Hack Attack, Here's What You Need To Know
While Windows users have traditionally been the primary targets for cyberattacks, the growing popularity of macOS has ...
100 Million Apple Users Warned About New Credential-Stealing Hack Attack
Security researchers have warned that a new variant of the Banshee credential-stealer is targeting Apple’s 100 million macOS ...
Apple MacBook users at risk: New malware threatens 100 million devices - how it spreads
Check Point Research has detected a new version of Banshee malware that endangers 100 million macOS users. This stealthy ...
Check Point Cracking The Code: How Banshee Stealer Targets Macos Users
Check Point Research (CPR) has been monitoring a new version of the Banshee macOS Stealer, a malware that steals brow ...
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Banshee macOS Malware Expands Targeting
The latest version of the Banshee macOS information stealer no longer checks if the infected systems have the Russian ...