Security Company: Apple Mac Users Should Be Cautious of the Malware Cthulhu Stealer, Which Can Steal Cryptocurrency Wallets

ChainCatcher news, according to Cointelegraph, Apple Mac users have recently received warnings about a new type of malware called "Cthulhu Stealer," which can steal users' personal information and cryptocurrency wallets. Cybersecurity company Cado Security stated, "There is a common belief that macOS is immune to malware. While macOS is known for its security, related malware has been on the rise in recent years."

"Cthulhu Stealer" appears in the form of an Apple disk image (DMG) and disguises itself as legitimate software such as CleanMyMac and Adobe GenP. When users open the file, the macOS command line tools used to run AppleScript and JavaScript prompt users to enter their passwords, including a prompt for the password to the Ethereum wallet MetaMask. "Cthulhu Stealer" can also target other cryptocurrency wallet software, including wallets from Coinbase, Wasabi, Electrum, Atomic, Binance, and Blockchain Wallet.