New macOS Malware 'Cthulhu Stealer' Poses Major Data Theft Risk
Disguised as popular apps, the malware targets system passwords, iCloud Keychain, cryptocurrency wallets, and more.
Overview
- Cthulhu Stealer impersonates apps like CleanMyMac and Grand Theft Auto IV to trick users into installing it.
- Once installed, it prompts users to enter system and MetaMask passwords, stealing sensitive information.
- The malware compresses stolen data into a ZIP file and sends it to a command-and-control server.
- Researchers note that the malware is sold as a service for $500 per month on the dark web.
- Apple's upcoming macOS Sequoia will include enhanced security measures to combat such threats.