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

The Hacker News

A new wave of attacks involving a notorious macOS adware family has evolved to leverage around 150 unique samples in the wild in 2021 alone, some of which have slipped past Apple's on-device malware scanner and even signed by its own notarization service, highlighting the malicious software ongoing attempts to adapt and evade detection.

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Blister malware using code signing certificates to evade anti malware detection

CyberSecurity Insiders

As some hackers have developed a malware that uses code signing certificates to avoid detection by security defenses and has the tendency to download payloads onto a compromised system.

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How to Remove Malware: Removal Steps for Windows & Mac

eSecurity Planet

Strange Pop-Up Window Messages Unwanted pop-up advertisements or messages that display even while you are not surfing the internet might indicate the presence of adware or other types of malware. Remove Pop-Up Ads Pop-up ads are often a result of adware, a type of malware. Frequent freezes can be a sign that something is amiss too.

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Best Anti-Malware Software for Mac 2025

eSecurity Planet

Unlike traditional antivirus programs, which primarily focus on viruses, anti-malware solutions address a wider array of threats, including spyware, adware, ransomware, and trojans. Its real-time protection catches new threats before they cause harm and effectively handles adware and unwanted programs, helping maintain a clean system.

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EDR vs EPP vs Antivirus: Comparing Endpoint Protection Solutions

eSecurity Planet

Antivirus (AV) is the foundational layer of endpoint security that detects and removes dangerous software such as worms, trojans, adware, and ransomware. Integrate your endpoint security with network security solutions to improve protection and provide unified administration for full coverage against multiple threats.

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How Do You Get Ransomware? 5 Main Sources in 2019

Spinone

It quietly makes its way past your security defenses into the heart of your data and keeps it hostage until you pay a ransom. Some of those fake apps steal your banking data when you try to pay for the extra functionality; others display adware or take money for scam subscriptions.

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What Is a Secure Web Gateway? Features, Benefits & Challenges

eSecurity Planet

SWGs use signature-based and behavioral analysis techniques to proactively identify and neutralize known and developing threats, offering real-time protection against viruses, trojans, adware, and other types of malware. SWGs ensure compliance with data protection rules by screening outgoing traffic for sensitive or secret information.