macOS Security Flaw Abused for Monero Mining Malware, Users Urged to Update
macOS Security Flaw Abused for Monero Mining Malware, Users Urged to Update
Hackers have exploited a critical macOS Screen Sharing vulnerability, rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale, to install unauthorized Monero (XMR) mining software on users' devices. Cybersecurity experts and U.S. officials are strongly advising all macOS users to update their systems immediately to prevent exploitation.
Hackers exploited macOS Screen Sharing flaw to install Monero miners, Dutch cyber agency says
A critical vulnerability within macOS Screen Sharing functionality has been exploited by hackers to install unauthorized Monero (XMR) mining software. The Dutch cyber agency has reported on this activity, highlighting the severity of the flaw.
U.S. officials have assessed the vulnerability as critical, assigning it a score of 9.8 out of 10 on the Common Vulnerability Scoring System (CVSS) scale. Cybersecurity experts are strongly advising all macOS users to update their devices without delay to protect against this exploit.