Beware of Atomic Stealer Malware: Mac Users Targeted by Deceptive Google Ads
Mac users are being targeted by a new malvertising campaign that spreads the Atomic macOS Stealer (AMOS) malware through malicious ads on Google searches. AMOS is capable of targeting both Windows and Mac systems, and once infected, it can steal sensitive information such as iCloud Keychain passwords, credit card details, files, and crypto wallets. To protect against this threat, users are advised to avoid downloading software from untrusted sources, be cautious of apps asking to bypass macOS GateKeeper protections, and check the creation date of websites before downloading apps outside of the Mac App Store. Users can also use malware scanning tools like Malwarebytes, CleanMyMac X, Norton, or McAfee to check for and remove any malware or adware on their Macs.
