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New AmnesiaStealer macOS malware hijacks browser sessions via remote control

📅 16 August 2026 at 15:07 UTC📰 Bleeping ComputerView original source ↗
New AmnesiaStealer macOS malware hijacks browser sessions via remote control

A new information-stealing malware called AmnesiaStealer, which targets macOS users via ClickFix attacks, includes a streaming module that allows the attacker to interactively control the victim's web browser. [...]

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🔍Threat Overview

AmnesiaStealer is a new macOS malware that hijacks browser sessions via remote control, allowing attackers to access victims' authenticated sessions and steal sensitive information. The malware targets Chromium-based web browsers and distributes through ClickFix campaigns.

⚙️Technical Details
Affected Systems
macOS
Attack Vectors
ClickFix campaigns
💥Impact Assessment
Severity: critical
Who Is at Risk
macOS users who use Chromium-based web browsers
🛡️Recommended Actions
1Never execute commands in the terminal that they found online and don't fully understand.
2Keep software up-to-date with the latest security patches.
3Use a reputable antivirus solution to detect and block malware.
📦Affected Products
Software:Chromium-based web browsersHardware:macOS devices

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