New Mac Malware Poses as Browser Updates
Researchers warn of rising macOS-targeted attacks as hackers exploit fake updates to bypass security. FrigidStealer malware highlights growing enterprise risks.
New Mac malware 'FrigidStealer' spreads through fake browser updates
Cybercriminals are ramping up their use of fake software updates to distribute malware, and Mac users are in the crosshairs with a new strain.
New FrigidStealer infostealer infects Macs via fake browser updates
The FakeUpdate malware campaigns are increasingly becoming muddled, with two additional cybercrime groups tracked as TA2726 and TA2727, running campaigns that push a new macOS infostealer malware called FrigidStealer.
Macs under threat from new info-stealing malware spread through fake browser updates — how to stay safe
Fake browser updates are an easy way to trick unsuspecting users into downloading and installing malware which is why hackers keep using them in their attacks.
New FrigidStealer macOS Malware Distributed as Fake Browser Update
A recently identified macOS infostealer named FrigidStealer has been distributed through a compromised website, as a fake browser update.
New FrigidStealer Malware Targets macOS Users via Fake Browser Updates
TA2726, per the enterprise security firm, acts as a TDS for TA2727 and another threat actor called TA569, which is responsible for the distribution of a JavaScript-based loader malware referred to as SocGholish (aka FakeUpdates) that often masquerades as a browser update on legitimate-but-compromised sites.
This New Fake Update Malware Shows Macs Aren't Impervious to Attack
It might come as a surprise to some Mac fans, but cybercriminals are still actively finding ways to attack macOS. A new malware strain, FrigidStealer, was recently found by Proofpoint and highlighted by AppleInsider.
Hackers are posing as Apple and Google to infect Macs with malware — don’t fall for these fake browser updates
Fake browser updates are an easy way to trick unsuspecting users into downloading and installing malware which is why hackers keep using them in their attacks.
New macOS malware dubbed ‘FrigidStealer’ uses web inject campaigns
Proofpoint has identified a new MacOS malware delivered via web inject campaigns that researchers dubbed “FrigidStealer.” The data protection company says the web inject campaign landscape is increasing,
Mac users duped with FrigidStealer posing as browser updates
Threat actors are seen distributing the new macOS stealer in a web inject campaign, along with stealers for other operating systems.
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