Pirate app copies for macOS contain crypto-malware

Jamf Treat Labs found crypto-mining malware in pirate copies of Final Cut Pro.

macOS malware becomes more and more sophisticated and harder to detect. Crypto-mining processes are hidden from user and much harder to detect.

Experts forecast more malware targeting Apple Silicon Macs soon.

Recent report from Malwarebytes highlights rise of malware attacks and vectors.

Jamf Blog: Evasive cryptojacking malware targeting macOS found lurking in pirated applications

Malwarebytes Labs: The 5 most dangerous cyberthreats facing businesses this year

References:

• Well-hidden Mac cryptomining malware found in pirate copies of Final Cut Pro; expect more [U]
• macOS targeted by evasive crypto-jacking malware
• Report details the most common malware on Mac, biggest recent cybersecurity events