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A sophisticated campaign is using Google Ads to distribute fake Homebrew, LogMeIn, and TradingView sites that trick macOS developers into executing terminal commands infecting their systems with AMOS and Odyssey infostealers. Researchers identified over 85 malicious domains employing 'ClickFix' techniques to bypass security protections. The malware harvests credentials, cryptocurrency wallets, and sensitive data while evading detection mechanisms.

Microsoft has uncovered a dangerous new variant of the XCSSET macOS malware that specifically targets developers by infecting Xcode projects. The upgraded malware now steals Firefox data, hijacks cryptocurrency transactions via clipboard manipulation, and employs advanced persistence techniques. This represents a significant escalation in supply chain attacks against Apple's developer ecosystem.

A critical vulnerability in macOS allowed attackers to bypass launch constraints—security features designed to prevent unauthorized process execution—by injecting manipulated policy data via kernel APIs. This deep dive reveals the exploit's mechanics, proof-of-concept, and why systemic defenses limited its real-world impact. Apple's patch now enforces dual constraint checks, closing a loophole that threatened process integrity.