Apple MacBook users at risk: New malware threatens 100 million devices – how it spreads

A new variant of the Banshee malware has been discovered, putting the online security of 100 million macOS users at risk. The new malware variant was detected by security researchers at Check Point Research, who claim that Banshee is being used to steal macOS users’ browser credentials, cryptocurrency wallets and other sensitive data.

In a blog post discussing the severity of the threat posed by Banshee, Checkpoint Research said,“This stealthy malware doesn’t just infiltrate; it operates undetected, blending seamlessly with normal system processes while stealing browser credentials, cryptocurrency wallets, user passwords, and sensitive file data.