The latest, major threats to Mac computers can steal passwords and credit card details with delicate precision, targeting victims across the internet based on their device, location, and operating system.
These are the dangers of “infostealers,” which have long plagued Windows devices but, in the past two years, have become a serious threat for Mac owners. And in 2024, one malicious program in particular is responsible for the lion’s share of infostealer activity—racking up 70% of known infostealer detections on Mac. These findings come from the 2025 State of Malware report. While many of the threats detailed in the report target companies and businesses, this latest wave of infostealers makes no distinction between Mac computers in an office and Mac computers at home.
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Source: Malwarebytes Labs
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