Apple Security Researcher Says Latest Crypto MacOS Malware Is Overblown - Decrypt

A new strain of macOS malware, Banshee, mimicked Apple’s encryption scheme to evade detection for two months, targeting crypto wallets and browser credentials. While sophisticated in its evasion, the malware’s theft capabilities are basic, and recent macOS versions already block this type of threat. According to an Apple security researcher, the media’s coverage of Banshee overstates the risk to average Mac users.