MacOS
Delve into the world of macOS with our dedicated news section. Stay updated on the latest operating system updates, software releases, productivity tools, and insider perspectives on Apple’s ecosystem. Explore practical tips, troubleshooting advice, and feature highlights to optimize your macOS experience.
Microsoft: macOS bug lets hackers install malicious kernel drivers
Apple recently addressed a macOS vulnerability that allows attackers to bypass System Integrity Protection (SIP) and install malicious kernel drivers by loading third-party kernel extensions. System Integrity Protection (SIP), or ‘rootless,’ is a macOS security feature that prevents malicious software from altering specific folders and files by limiting the root user account’s powers in protected […]
Docker Desktop blocked on Macs due to false malware alert
Docker is warning that Docker Desktop is not starting on macOS due to malware warnings after some files were signed with an incorrect code-signing certificate. The first reports of the malware alerts surfaced on January 7, 2025, when macOS users received an unexpected ‘Malware Blocked’ message preventing them from opening the Docker containers management app. […]
Banshee stealer evades detection using Apple XProtect encryption algo
A new version of the Banshee info-stealing malware for macOS has been evading detection over the past two months by adopting string encryption from Apple’s XProtect. Banshee is an information stealer focused on macOS systems. It emerged in mid-2024 as a stealer-as-a-service available to cybercriminals for $3,000. Its source code was leaked on the XSS forums […]
Microsoft fixes OneDrive bug causing macOS app freezes
Microsoft has fixed a known issue causing macOS applications to freeze when opening or saving files in OneDrive. As Redmond explained when it first acknowledged the bug in November, it affects only systems running the company’s latest operating system release, macOS 15 Sequoia. “Opening or saving files within Desktop or Documents folders can cause the file’s […]
Hackers use macOS extended file attributes to hide malicious code
Hackers are using a novel technique that abuses extended attributes for macOS files to deliver a new trojan that researchers call RustyAttr. The threat actor is hiding malicious code in custom file metadata and also uses decoy PDF documents to help evade detection. The new technique is similar to how the Bundlore adware in 2020 hid its […]
North Korean hackers create Flutter apps to bypass macOS security
North Korean threat actors target Apple macOS systems using trojanized Notepad apps and minesweeper games created with Flutter, which are signed and notarized by a legitimate Apple developer ID. This means that the malicious apps, even if temporarily, passed Apple’s security checks, so macOS systems treat them as verified and allow them to execute without […]
Microsoft investigates OneDrive issue causing macOS app freezes
Microsoft is investigating a newly acknowledged issue causing macOS applications to hang when opening or saving files in OneDrive. As the company explained, this known issue impacts only systems running macOS Sequoia, Apple’s latest operating system release. “Opening or saving files within Desktop or Documents folders can cause the file’s app to freeze. This occurs […]
North Korean hackers use new macOS malware against crypto firms
North Korean threat actor BlueNoroff has been targeting crypto-related businesses with a new multi-stage malware for macOS systems. Researchers are calling the campaign Hidden Risk and say that it lures victims with emails that share fake news about the latest activity in the cryptocurrency sector. The malware deployed in these attacks relies on a novel […]
Microsoft Office 2024 now available for Windows and macOS users
Microsoft has released Office 2024 for small businesses and consumers who want a standalone version without a Microsoft 365 subscription. Office 2024 includes updated, locked-in-time versions of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, and Outlook for Windows and macOS systems. It also requires a Microsoft account and an internet connection (likely needed during the installation and for […]
How to Split Your Laptop Screen Into Two: Easy Guide
Boost your productivity by splitting your laptop screen. This feature allows you to view two apps simultaneously without switching windows. With Windows 10 and 11, you can split your screen into two, three, or four parts, making multitasking easier. To split your screen, you have two easy options. You can drag a window to the edge of […]