Rise in corporate Mac use invites more sophisticated hacking

Hackers are developing more complex, cross-platform tactics to take advantage of the ever increasing Mac user base, and the latest targets the TCC framework.

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The Mac's increasing popularity is a blessing and a curse

The Mac's reputation for strong security is a valuable asset and a concerning liability. As more companies adopt the platform, it becomes a bigger target for hackers.

macOS's security architecture includes the Transparency, Consent, and Control (TCC) framework, which aims to protect user privacy by controlling app permissions. However, recent findings from Interpres Security show that the TCC can be manipulated to make Macs vulnerable to attack.


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