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
An estimated 100 million Apple users are at risk of falling victim to malware. Cybersecurity software company Check Point issued an urgent warning to the millions of Mac users around the world who may be preyed on by malicious actors evading the devices’ built-in antivirus systems.
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
Malware targets Mac users by using Apple’s security tool
Banshee macOS Stealer gained attention in mid-2024, promoted as a “stealer-as-a-service” on forums like XSS, Exploit, and Telegram. Threat actors could buy it for $3,000 to target macOS users.
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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