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28 Interestana reports mention macOS, newest first. Each is summarised from the original reporting and links back to its publisher.
Apple announced on Friday that it is modifying its macOS privacy settings to prevent third-party application developers from misusing full-disk access permissions, specifically to curb the unauthorized reading of message histories by AI agents.
Apple announced on May 21, 2024, that it will implement stricter controls for the Full Disk Access (FDA) permission within its macOS operating system. This decision stems from an increased awareness of the potential risks associated with advanced Artificial Intelligence…
Apple released security updates on March 25, 2024, to address a critical zero-day vulnerability within its CoreGraphics framework. This flaw, identified as CVE-2024-27813, was actively exploited in "extremely sophisticated" targeted attacks against iOS devices.
Apple released security updates on March 18, 2026, to address a critical vulnerability affecting older versions of its operating systems, including iOS, iPadOS, and macOS. The company stated that this flaw, identified as CVE-2026-86950, may have been exploited in targeted…
Cybersecurity researchers have identified a significant evolution in the PamStealer malware targeting macOS, with the latest variants incorporating advanced techniques for live Command and Control (C2) payload decryption and multi-layer persistence.
A newly identified variant of the MacSync malware, which targets macOS operating systems, has evolved its distribution strategy by utilizing public iCloud calendar events to deliver its latest native payloads.
ChatGPT's latest update for macOS introduces a significant integration with Apple Messages, allowing users to seamlessly import their conversations from Apple's native messaging application directly into the AI assistant. This new feature enables ChatGPT to access and process the content…
The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) announced on Tuesday, October 24, 2023, the addition of four critical vulnerabilities to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog. These vulnerabilities are confirmed to be actively exploited in the wild, posing…
Apple has recently addressed a critical security vulnerability within the screen sharing functionality of its macOS operating system. This flaw, which allowed unauthorized access and hijacking of unpatched Macs, was actively exploited by malicious actors even before Apple released…
Cybercriminals are actively exploiting a critical authentication vulnerability within macOS Screen Sharing to gain unauthorized root access on affected systems. This exploit allows attackers to covertly install cryptocurrency mining software, specifically targeting Monero, a privacy-focused digital currency.
Hackers are actively exploiting a critical authentication bypass vulnerability in macOS Screen Sharing, according to a warning issued by the Netherlands' National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) this week. The exploitation began after public exploit code for the flaw became available…
Apple is preparing to launch a custom version of its artificial intelligence model, Apple Intelligence, in China soon. This tailored AI model is being developed to comply with China's stringent regulations governing artificial intelligence and to better cater…
ChatGPT has introduced a new feature that allows it to remember recent user activity across applications and websites on macOS. This capability aims to help users seamlessly resume unfinished tasks, gain a better understanding of their digital workflows, and automate…
A Go-based malware, identified as ClickFix, is actively targeting macOS users with the primary objective of stealing cryptocurrency assets. This malicious software operates by compromising user systems and then exfiltrating sensitive data, including browser-stored passwords, data from Apple Keychain…
A Milan-based startup, known for its AI security research, has identified a critical vulnerability within Apple's macOS operating system that could grant attackers full system control. The exploit was reportedly developed using artificial intelligence tools, specifically referencing ChatGPT, to uncover…
Apple is implementing new restrictions on simultaneous security vulnerability reports due to an influx of submissions generated by artificial intelligence tools. This measure aims to manage the volume of findings, which includes a significant number of questionable or duplicate reports…
Threat actors associated with North Korea have launched a sophisticated malvertising campaign targeting macOS users, employing fake software updates to distribute cryptocurrency-stealing malware. This campaign represents a new iteration of the long-standing "Contagious Interview" operation, as detailed in a report…
The release of Kimi K3, an artificial intelligence model developed by Chinese lab Moonshot AI, has generated considerable attention for its advanced capabilities, prompting discussions about China's growing role in AI development.
A new strain of malware named ClickLock has been identified targeting macOS users, designed to lock them out of their computers until their login password is provided. This malicious software operates by repeatedly terminating critical system processes, thereby rendering…
A newly identified malware targeting macOS systems is capable of hijacking Telegram sessions and compromising cryptocurrency wallets. Security researchers at SlowMist reported this week that the malware operates by stealing user credentials, which then allows it to gain unauthorized access…