Banshee Strikes Back: macOS Malware Expands Target List Beyond Russia!
Banshee macOS information stealer is now targeting Russian systems, Check Point reports. Initially priced at $3,000 monthly, its source code leaked in late 2024, improving antivirus detection. Despite this, Banshee persists via phishing and fake GitHub repositories, now unconstrained by Russian language checks, raising concerns over new variants.
Hot Take:
Looks like Banshee’s gotten a taste for diversity! No longer playing favorites, this macOS mischief-maker is ready to tango with systems from all linguistic backgrounds. Guess even malware needs to expand its horizons.
Key Points:
- Banshee malware targets macOS systems, now including Russian language users.
- Originally priced at $3,000/month on cybercrime forums.
- Steals passwords, system info, and more, with a knack for cryptocurrency wallets.
- Source code leaked in November 2024, leading to improved antivirus detection.
- Phishing websites continue to spread the malware despite developer shutdowns.
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