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Think your Mac has been hacked? How to tell and what to do
If you suspect your Mac has been hacked, don’t assume the worst. While Macs can be compromised, a pop-up,...
Malware
Can Macs get viruses? How to protect your Mac
Many Mac owners believe malware is only a Windows problem. While macOS includes strong built-in security protections, Macs can...
Are Macs vulnerable to zero-day exploits?
Macs have a strong reputation for security, but an Apple zero-day vulnerability can still affect them. Attackers can exploit...
The hidden threat in the mod folder: Analyzing a platform-agnostic Java stealer
As security researchers, we often categorize threats by the operating system they target. We talk about “macOS malware,” “Windows...
How often should I scan my Mac for malware?
Macs come with built-in security features, but running your own malware scans gives you another way to check for...
20 Mac malware threats Apple users should know about
Mac malware rarely announces itself as malware. It usually shows up as something ordinary: a free app download, a...
OSX/Amos: Hunting C2s in Trojanized Electron ASAR Payloads
Executive Summary In March 2026, Intego Antivirus Labs investigated a macOS malware campaign delivering the OSX/Amos stealer. During analysis,...
Malware + Security & Privacy + Security News
Unpacking the New “Matryoshka” ClickFix Variant: Typosquatting Campaign Delivers macOS Stealer
Executive Summary Intego Antivirus Labs is tracking an evolution of the “ClickFix” social engineering campaign targeting macOS users. Dubbed...
Python Applications, Active & Hidden Malware Infection Vector on macOS
Executive Summary Since the release of macOS 12.3 (Monterey), Python has not been included with Apple’s operating system. This...
“Cookie-Bite” attack: How Chrome extensions can hijack site logins
Cookie-Bite proves what we already knew: browser extensions can be very dangerous to your security and privacy. Learn how...
