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As reported byBleepingComputer, a newFakeUpdate campaignhas been spotted online by security researchers at Proofpoint.

However, its protection can be bypassed by entering your password consider yourself warned.

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It even steals documents, spreadsheets and any text files stored in your Macs home directory.

Antivirus software will help prevent your devices from becoming infected but what if something malicious slips through the cracks?

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A set of screenshots showing fake Safari and Chrome update pages used by hackers in a malware campaign

Hackers arent going to stop targeting Macs anytime soon, as doing so has proven to be quite profitable.

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