According to Microsoft Threat Intelligence, a new version of the XCSSET macOS malware has been identified in a few isolated instances. It has improved persistence mechanisms, clipboard hijacking, and browser targeting, among other new capabilities.
The modular macOS virus known as XCSSET steals notes, cryptocurrency wallets, and browser data from compromised systems. It also functions as an infostealer and bitcoin thief. In order for the malware to be executed when the project is generated, it searches for and infects additional Xcode projects that are on the device.
According to Microsoft, the XCSSET virus is made to infect Xcode projects, which are commonly used by software developers, and run while an Xcode project is being created.
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