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Apple Patches Critical Security Flaw (CVE-2024-44133) in macOS Safari: HM Surf Vulnerability

Microsoft's Threat Intelligence team has unveiled details about a significant security vulnerability in Apple's macOS operating system. The flaw, dubbed "HM Surf" and tracked as CVE-2024-44133, affects the Transparency, Consent, and Control (TCC) framework, a crucial component to safeguard user privacy. Understanding the HM Surf Vulnerability The HM Surf exploit targets Apple's Safari browser, potentially allowing malicious actors to bypass user privacy preferences and gain unauthorized access to sensitive data. This includes browsing web pages, camera and microphone feeds, and location information without the user's explicit consent. Jonathan Bar Or, a Microsoft's Threat Intelligence team member, explained that the vulnerability involves "removing the TCC protection for the Safari browser directory and modifying a configuration file in the said directory." This manipulation enables attackers to circumvent established security measures. Apple's Swift Response Upon notification, Apple promptly addressed the issue in its macOS Sequoia 15 update by removing the vulnerable code. The tech giant has implemented new protections specifically for Safari, while Microsoft continues to collaborate with other major browser vendors to enhance the security of local configuration files. The Broader Context of macOS Vulnerabilities HM Surf is not an isolated incident. It follows a series of macOS flaws previously uncovered by Microsoft, including Shrootless, powerdir, Achilles, and Migraine. These vulnerabilities collectively highlight the ongoing challenges in maintaining robust security within complex operating systems. Technical Breakdown of the Exploit The HM Surf exploit takes advantage of Safari's special privileges within macOS. While Apple's native browser possesses the "com.apple.private.tcc.allow" entitlement to bypass TCC checks, it also employs a Hardened Runtime mechanism to prevent arbitrary code execution. Microsoft's research team outlined the exploit's methodology: - Altering the current user's home directory using the dscl utility - Modifying sensitive files within the "~/Library/Safari" directory - Reverting the home directory change, causing Safari to utilize the altered files - Launching Safari to access protected resources without user consent Potential Real-World Impact The implications of this vulnerability extend beyond theoretical concerns. Microsoft observed suspicious activity linked to a known macOS adware threat called AdLoad, suggesting the possibility of active exploitation in the wild.

Recommendations for macOS Users

Given the severity of the HM Surf vulnerability, macOS users must take immediate action: - Update to the latest version of macOS Sequoia 15 - Regularly check for and install security updates - Exercise caution when granting permissions to applications - Consider using third-party browsers, which are not affected by this specific vulnerability Read the full article

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Security Bite: Did Apple just declare war on Adload malware?

http://i.securitythinkingcap.com/T67flj

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С применением A/B тестирования, конверсия вашего сайта возрастет в разы

Что такое A/B тестирование и почему о нем все так хорошо отзываются? Какие результаты можно получить, использовав данный метод? Советы и рекомендации Yottos, основанные на многолетнем опыте уже есть в статье на блоге Yottos!

Полная статья доступна на блоге Yottos по ссылке: “С применен��ем A/B тестирования, конверсия вашего сайта возрастет в разы”.

Вы еще не знаете, что такое A/B тестирование и как им пользоваться, тогда данная статья именно для вас. В ней Yottos подробно расскажет о таком маркетинговом методе, как A/B тестирование или сплит тестирования, а также о том, что именно можно тестировать данным методом и какие результаты получить. Основываясь на свой многолетний опыт, в полной статье Yottos предложит пользователям полезные советы и даст рекомендации по использованию A/B тестирования.

Ни для кого не секрет, что каждое предприятие и каждый проект должны находится в постоянном развитии с целью соответствия потребностям клиентов, собственников и текущей рыночной ситуации в целом. Как только происходит остановка в развитии, моментально начинается деградация. Для того чтобы хотя бы сохранять имеющийся доход необходимо постоянно расширять свои возможности, увеличивать аудиторию, предлагать пользователям полезный контент и повышать конверсию. Существует множество различных способов, при помощи которых можно добиться желаемого результата, но в конкретной ситуации целесообразно будет использовать инструмент A/B — тестирование. Данный метод позволяет намного лучше контролировать реакцию пользователей на изменения.

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Uninstall ShareAdvantage associated software by using the Finder

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Note: if you do not see Profiles in the System Preferences, that means there are no profiles installed on your Mac computer, which is normal. In System Preferences, click Profiles, then select a profile associated with ShareAdvantage.Ĭlick the minus button ( – ) located at the bottom-left of the Profiles screen to remove the profile. You need to check the system preferences, find and remove malicious profiles and ensure your settings are as you expect.Ĭlick the System Preferences icon ( ) in the Dock, or choose Apple menu ( ) > System Preferences. ShareAdvantage can make changes to the Mac system such as malicious changes to browser settings, and the addition of malicious system profiles. Remove profiles created by ShareAdvantage

Remove ShareAdvantage from Safari, Chrome, Firefox.

Remove ShareAdvantage related files and folders.

Uninstall ShareAdvantage associated software by using the Finder.

Remove profiles created by ShareAdvantage.

To remove ShareAdvantage, perform the steps below:

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Read this manual carefully, bookmark it or open this page on your smartphone, because you may need to exit your web browser or reboot your computer. Below you will find a removal steps with all the steps you may need to successfully get rid of adware software and its traces. How to Remove ShareAdvantage (Adware removal steps)įortunately, we’ve an effective method that will assist you manually or/and automatically delete ShareAdvantage from your Mac computer and bring your web browser settings, including new tab, search provider by default and start page, back to normal. You keep getting redirected to suspicious webpages, adverts appear in places they shouldn’t be, unwanted program installed without your knowledge, new toolbars suddenly added on your browser, your web browser search provider has modified without your permission, slow Internet or slow browsing.

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, ApplicUnwnt,, ,, Program:MacOS/Vigram.A, Adware/Adload!OSX and MacOS.Agent-MTįreeware installers, misleading pop up ads, torrent downloads and fake updaters Threat Summary NameĪdware software, PUP (potentially unwanted program), Mac malware, Mac virus So, keep your web browser updated (turn on automatic updates), use good antivirus software, double check freeware before you run it (do a google search, scan a downloaded file with VirusTotal), avoid dubious and unknown web sites. Anyway, easier to prevent adware rather than clean up your Apple Mac after one. Most often, a user have a chance to disable all unnecessary applications, but some installers are created to confuse the average users, in order to trick them into installing adware. The most common way to get adware is a freeware installer. How does ShareAdvantage get on your MAC system The tutorial will also assist you to remove ShareAdvantage from your MAC for free. This puts your personal information at a security risk.īelow we are discussing the methods which are very effective in uninstalling adware. This confidential information, afterwards, can be easily used for marketing purposes. Even worse, the adware can monetize its functionality by collecting privacy information from your browsing sessions.

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What viruses threatened Czech Macs the most in April?

What viruses threatened Czech Macs the most in April?

Adware Pirrit, which is a long-term risk in the Czech Republic for users of devices with the macOS operating system, appeared in more than a third of all detections in April. This follows from regular threat statistics from ESET. Security analysts have also re-detected the Adload Trojan Horse. It is most often distributed along with illegitimate versions of games and applications. It is still…

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AdLoad adware escapes Apple's XProtect defense: what you need to know

AdLoad adware escapes Apple’s XProtect defense: what you need to know

Apple devices are hailed around the world for their security, but their systems aren’t always foolproof. And in late 2020 and throughout 2021, this was proven with a new version of AdLoad escaping XProtect and putting all macOS devices at risk. Considering the problems that malware can cause to your computer, you should know how dangerous this variant is and what you can do to mitigate this…

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Researchers discover new AdLoad malware campaigns targeting Macs and Apple products

Researchers discover new AdLoad malware campaigns targeting Macs and Apple products

SentinelLabs has released a new report about the discovery of a new adware campaign targeting Apple.  After identifying AdLoad as an adware and bundleware loader currently afflicting macOS in 2019, the cybersecurity company said it has seen 150 new samples of the adware that they claim “remain undetected by Apple’s on-device malware scanner.” Some of the samples were even notarized by Apple,…

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The infected Heroes of Might and Magic for macOS is spreading through the Czech Republic

The infected Heroes of Might and Magic for macOS is spreading through the Czech Republic

In more than a fifth of detected cases, Pirrit remained the main threat to the macOS platform in the Czech Republic in March. ESET security analysts have been detecting this advertising malware regularly since last year. The Trojan horse Adload, which spread through the unofficial version of Heroes of Might and Magic in March, also reappeared in the statistics. Downloading applications, programs,…

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25 de Octubre, 2021

Internacional

Malware agrega nuevas tácticas de evasión

Microsoft dice que encontró nuevas variantes de malware macOS conocidas como WizardUpdate, actualizadas para usar nuevas tácticas de evasión y persistencia. Después de que infecta la Mac de un objetivo, el malware comienza a buscar y recopilar información del sistema que se envía a su servidor de comando y control (C2). El troyano desplegará cargas útiles de malware de segunda etapa, incluida una variante de malware rastreada como Adload, y conocida por ser capaz de pasar por el antivirus integrado XProtect basado en firmas YARA de Apple para infectar Mac.

 E.@. "UpdateAgent abusa de la infraestructura de la nube pública para albergar cargas útiles adicionales e intenta eludir Gatekeeper, que está diseñado para garantizar que solo las aplicaciones confiables se ejecuten en dispositivos Mac, eliminando el atributo de cuarentena del archivo descargado", dijo Microsoft. "También aprovecha los permisos de usuario existentes para crear carpetas en el dispositivo afectado. Utiliza PlistBuddy para crear y modificar Plists en LaunchAgent / LaunchDeamon para la persistencia".

Los desarrolladores de WizardUpdate también han incluido funciones de evasión en la última variante, que puede cubrir sus pistas eliminando carpetas, archivos y otros artefactos creados en las Mac infectadas. AdLoad, una de las cargas útiles de segunda etapa entregadas por WizardUpdate en Mac comprometidas, también secuestra los resultados del motor de búsqueda e inyecta anuncios en las páginas web para obtener ganancias monetarias utilizando un proxy web Man-in-The-Middle (MiTM).

Mientras monitoreaba las campañas de AdLoad activas desde noviembre de 2020, cuando WizardUpdate también se detectó por primera vez, el investigador de amenazas de SentinelOne, Phil Stokes, encontró cientos de muestras, aproximadamente 150 de ellas únicas y no detectadas por el antivirus integrado de Apple. Muchas de las muestras detectadas por Stokes también estaban firmadas con certificados de ID de desarrollador válidos emitidos por Apple.

 Fuente

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New AdLoad Variant Bypasses Apple's Security Defenses to Target macOS Systems|HN

New AdLoad Variant Bypasses Apple’s Security Defenses to Target macOS Systems|HN

https://thehackernews.com/2021/08/new-adload-variant-bypasses-apples.html

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Researchers discover new AdLoad malware campaigns targeting Macs and Apple products | ZDNet

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Researchers discover new AdLoad malware campaigns targeting Macs and Apple products

Researchers discover new AdLoad malware campaigns targeting Macs and Apple products

SentinelLabs has released a new report about the discovery of a new adware campaign targeting Apple.  After identifying AdLoad as an adware and bundleware loader currently afflicting macOS in 2019, the cybersecurity company said it has seen 150 new samples of the adware that they claim “remain undetected by Apple’s on-device malware scanner.” Some of the samples were even notarized by Apple,…