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New XcodeSpy malware injects sneaky EggShell backdoor into Macs

New XcodeSpy malware injects sneaky EggShell backdoor into Macs

Researchers unveiled a trojanized version of the Xcode development kit dubbed XcodeSpy that gives attackers broad backdoor access to infected Mac machines.

Apple fixes an arbitrary code execution flaw in Safari

Apple fixes an arbitrary code execution flaw in Safari

In a series of updates tailor-made for its different platforms, Apple has rolled out important security fixes that address a serious Safari vulnerability.

Side effects of Apple’s security philosophy

Side effects of Apple’s security philosophy

The rigid control of software and hardware in Apple devices is both an obstacle to exploitation and a way for high-profile threat actors to persevere inside.

“ActivityInputd / OperativeMachined / SkilledObjectd will damage your computer” popup alert on Mac

“ActivityInputd / OperativeMachined / SkilledObjectd will damage your computer” popup alert on Mac

This article explains how to stop a rush of Mac alerts warning users of ActivityInputd, OperativeMachined, or SkilledObjectd malware hazard.

Remove “DominantPartitiond will damage your computer” virus popup from Mac

Remove “DominantPartitiond will damage your computer” virus popup from Mac

Incessant Mac pop-up alerts stating that an item called DominantPartitiond will damage your computer are a telltale sign of adware infection.

“Your computer was restarted because of a problem” Mac alert: the causes and fixes

“Your computer was restarted because of a problem” Mac alert: the causes and fixes

Read this hands-on summary of the random Mac rebooting problem and learn the DIY troubleshooting options that will address the drag.