New Mac malware strain uses remote access tools to steal data

By news@appleinsider.com (Charles Martin) A new malware threat targeting Macs can give attackers complete remote access to an infected machine. Here’s how to protect against it.A new malware thread allows attackers to gain remote admin access to your Mac.The new threat is a remote access tool called HZ RAT. It has been adapted for Macs after having previously been seen taking over Windows PCs.One known Trojan horse that installs HZ RAT is a maliciously modified version of OpenVPN Connect, a common VPN app. Its primary goal is data collection, according to a report from Intego’s Joshua Long. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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