A new malware can infect the system and steal sensitive information on the macOS, and its sellers call it the "Atomic macOS Stealer." This malware can access browsers, systems, apps, and more when installed on the Mac computer, getting users' login info for different websites, crypto wallets, payment information, and more.
Atomic macOS Stealer Malware is Sold via Telegram to Infiltrate Your PCs
A new malware that has been discovered is targeting macOS. It is called the Atomic macOS Stealer as per the study of Cyble Research & Intelligence Labs. This malware is sold as a service via Telegram for $1,000 per month. It is capable of stealing and compromising various sensitive data such as iCloud Keychain passwords, credit cards, crypto wallets, and more.
The Atomic macOS Stealer is an upgraded version of the earlier and less dangerous version called the MacOS Stealer, which was discovered in March by Malwarebytes and Elastic Security Labs. While macOS Gatekeeper can prevent the installation of the MacOS Stealer, it is unknown whether it can also detect and prevent the installation of the Atomic macOS Stealer as Cyble did not mention it.
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What can the Atomic macOS Stealer Can Do, and Can it be Stopped?
This new malware is particularly concerning for macOS users, as it is designed to steal sensitive information from various sources, including browsers, wallets, Telegram, MetaMask, and more. Autofills and other saved data in one's browser, like payment information, identification, and conversations, may also be accessed as browsers are unsafe.
One of the most concerning aspects of the Atomic macOS Stealer is its ability to compromise the iCloud Keychain passwords, a built-in password manager on macOS that also stores credit card information and other sensitive data across Apple devices.
Additionally, the Atomic macOS Stealer is capable of stealing information from cryptocurrency wallets, which could be disastrous for those who store large amounts of cryptocurrency on their devices.
As noted by 9to5 Mac, it is yet unknown if security measures on the Mac can stop it.
Apple's macOS Vulnerabilities
MacOS is not once thought of as invincible and immune to attacks from the cybercrime industry, as there have been many problems linked to it already. One of the most frequent attacks against Apple systems is zero-day vulnerabilities that have manifested over the years, posing a threat to their device's usage.
The Mac malware has also evolved throughout the years, as it could install itself directly, despite being uninvited or doing the bare minimum of its conditions that leads to it affecting the computer.
Users should avoid downloading software or files from untrusted sources and should always keep their software up to date with the latest security patches. It is also recommended that users enable two-factor authentication on all accounts and consider using a password manager that is not linked to iCloud Keychain.
The Atomic macOS Stealer is a concerning development for macOS users as this new malware is capable of stealing sensitive data from a wide range of sources and could potentially bypass macOS Gatekeeper. Users need to take steps to protect themselves against this new threat and to remain vigilant when downloading and installing software on their devices.
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