macOS, Microsoft and XCSSET

Microsoft warns that the powerful XCSSET macOS malware is back with new tricks
Microsoft Defender for Endpoint on Mac now detects the new XCSSET variant, and it’s likely other malware detection engines will soon, if not already. Unfortunately, Microsoft didn’t release file hashes or other indicators of compromise that people can use to determine if they have been targeted. Microsoft didn’t respond to an email asking for them.
Updated macOS malware variant uncovered by Microsoft
Microsoft has observed a once formant macOS malware that has now began targeting Apple’s Xcode platform in a new, more enhanced variant. The Latest Tech News, Delivered to Your Inbox
XCSSET macOS malware reappears with new attack strategies, Microsoft sounds alarm
The updated malware, which spreads via infected Xcode projects, introduces advanced evasion tactics and persistence mechanisms to bypass security defenses.
Microsoft Uncovers New XCSSET macOS Malware Variant with Advanced Obfuscation Tactics
Microsoft discovers new XCSSET macOS malware variant with enhanced obfuscation, persistence, and infection strategies.
XCSSET macOS malware returns with first new version since 2022
Known for popping zero-days of yesteryear, Microsoft puts Apple devs on high alert Microsoft says there's a new variant of XCSSET on the prowl for Mac users – the first new iteration of the malware since 2022.
Microsoft isn’t automatically keeping you signed in to your account just yet
Once Microsoft starts to automatically keep you signed in you’ll have to use a private browsing window on public PCs or make ...
Microsoft reminds admins to prepare for WSUS driver sync deprecation
Microsoft once again reminded IT administrators that driver synchronization in Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) will be ...
How Xbox lost its fans, and won them back — and more from a new book about Microsoft innovation
A new book, The Insider's Guide to Innovation at Microsoft, finds universal business lessons in the company's successes and ...
Microsoft to invest $700 million to boost Poland's cybersecurity
Microsoft plans to invest an additional 700 million dollars in Poland to improve Polish cybersecurity in cooperation with the ...
Microsoft Brings More Performance Improvements to Edge
More interfaces in Microsoft Edge have transitioned to WebUI 2.0, resulting in dramatic and noticeable performance gains.
Microsoft Says AI Kills Critical Thinking—Here’s What That Means for You
Yes, AI is making you dumber. Or at least AI makes you think you are dumber than you once were. But is that a bad thing?
Microsoft Raised the Price of This Product for the First Time in 12 Years — What Could It Mean for the Stock?
For the past dozen years, Microsoft's 365 Personal and Family cloud-powered app, storage and security subscription bundles, ...
GameRant on MSN1d
Microsoft's Ultralight Surface Laptop Is Now Cheaper Than Ever at $500 Off
Microsoft Surface Laptop is now on sale for just $1,099 for a limited time, which is most definitely worth a look if in ...
Chinese hackers abuse Microsoft APP-v tool to evade antivirus
The Chinese APT hacking group "Mustang Panda" has been spotted abusing the Microsoft Application Virtualization Injector ...
Live Science3d
Microsoft Surface Laptop 7th Edition (15-inch) review: An astonishing AI-infused machine
Microsoft's first Copilot+ AI laptop offers plenty of power and long-lasting battery life with an expansive display that ...