A new malware is currently spreading on Intel-based Macs.
It is becoming increasingly known that there is new malware for Apple’s computers. The latest malware puts the focus on Intel Macs used in companies.
Alleged customers send hidden malware
The fraudsters pose as potential customers and send manipulated files. This is how the tools get to the devices and collect secret information from there.
The first cases appeared in the spring
There are currently no known variants of the malware that run natively on ARM chips. The first indications of the tool appeared in March of this year. Since then, more and more cases have emerged.
In this regard, it is worth remembering that Apple told Russian journalists about it informedthat spyware has been installed on their iPhones. The well-known Pegasus spyware is often used by governments. It allows smartphones to be monitored. Russian journalists are said to have fallen victim to it.
“Unwelcome” journalists affected
Apple is said to have informed owners of the devices that they had been attacked by government hackers. Reporters from organizations that are a thorn in the side of the Russian government are said to be affected. It is not known exactly how the infections occurred. Those affected are said to have noticed that their devices suddenly heated up and started sending messages on their own…
