New PamStealer Malware Targets macOS Users Through Counterfeit Maccy App

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Published: 2026-07-04
Category: technology
Source: Tech My Money
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A malicious campaign is reportedly distributing a fake version of the popular Maccy clipboard manager to infect macOS systems. This counterfeit application deploys PamStealer, a new Rust-based infostealer designed to capture user login passwords, browser data, and clipboard contents. The malware can also mimic legitimate macOS components to maintain persistence. Users are advised to download Maccy only from its official website or trusted sources to mitigate this threat.

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