macOS Faces Rising Threat As Attackers Weaponize AppleScript Files
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Summary
Security researchers have identified a concerning shift in macOS threats as criminals repurpose AppleScript (.scpt) files to deliver malware. These files mimic everyday documents or updates, using cus...
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Published
13 November 2025 at 05:00 am
Source
The 420
Channel
fake app
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Fraud Keywords
applescript malwaredisguised documentsfake installersscpt file abusecustom icon spoofingscript editor exploitationzoom update scammicrosoft teams update scamcredential stealerdocument impersonation