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Google Ads used to distribute Mac malware disguised as ‘Loom’ app

Experts recently discovered a macOS stealer malware disguised as the popular screen recording app Loom, spread through deceptive Google-sponsored URLs.

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Crazy Evil malware

Moonlock Lab found a sophisticated macOS stealer malware disguised as Loom, orchestrated by the notorious Crazy Evil group. It uses deceptive Google-sponsored URLs to trick users into downloading harmful software.

The investigation began when Moonlock Lab identified a Google ad promoting the official Loom app. The ad seemed legitimate and enticed users to click on a trusted source.

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