What a new threat report says about Mac malware in 2024

Apple’s macOS has been under siege in 2024 as malware-as-a-service platforms and AI-driven threats make the year a turning point for Mac security.

For years, macOS had a reputation for being malware-resistant, but 2024 has painted a different picture. A surge in malware targeting macOS users — fueled by the rise of malware-as-a-service (MaaS) platforms and even artificial intelligence — is changing that narrative.

As Moonlock, a cybersecurity division of MacPaw, reveals in its macOS Threat Report, alarming trends are turning Apple’s platform into a lucrative target for cybercriminals. The report dives into the evolving tactics attackers are using, from cheap, plug-and-play malware kits to sophisticated AI-generated exploits that bypass key protections.

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