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ClickFix Attacks Deliver macOS Stealer That Can Drain Crypto Wallets

The Hacker News
· August 7, 2026

AI summary

ClickFix-style attacks are being used to spread malware that targets macOS systems, with the goal of stealing cryptocurrency and other sensitive information. The malware is capable of stealing browser-stored passwords, Apple iCloud Keychain data, and cached credentials. The infection process involves delivering a shell script that assesses the host system and then downloads a compatible malware payload based on the computer's CPU architecture. The malware is written in Go and is designed to specifically target macOS systems.

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