macOS Tahoe 26 Security and Privacy Guide

macOS 26 has arrived, and at SecureMac, our focus is your security and privacy. Explore new security features from Safari to Phone.

Checklist 440: Latest iPhones Target Serious Spyware

Apple warns French citizens of spyware threats as iPhone 17 debuts with built-in anti-spyware Memory Integrity Enforcement.

Staying Safe Together

On this day of reflection, we’re reminded of the importance of community, awareness, and responsibility. Each of us plays a role in keeping our spaces safe.

Checklist 439: NV Update and Multi-Extortion Attacks

Nevada’s ransomware woes reveal poor comms as experts warn of rising multi-extortion attacks from single to quadruple threat.

Checklist 438: Nevada Does a Great St. Paul Impression

Nevada hit by a ransomware attack, crippling state services from DMV to Medicaid, with officials warning recovery may take time.

Checklist 437: Wrong Numbers from AI

AI scams and Apple security: Google AI dupes users with fake numbers, while Apple rushes critical security and os fixes.

Checklist 436: Operation Secure St. Paul

Saint Paul battles Interlock ransomware with password resets, system rebuilds, and federal guidance after massive citywide disruption.

Checklist 435: Preying on St. Paul and Wi-Fi Indicators

Saint Paul battles a cyberattack and phishing fallout as iOS 26 debuts clearer Wi-Fi security icons to help users avoid risky public networks.

Checklist 433: Passwords, 2FA, and Smishing

iOS 26 fights smishing with smarter message filtering as KNP’s collapse shows why MFA and strong passwords are essential for cybersecurity.

Checklist 432: Healthcare Files and Healthcare Phishing

FBI warns of phishing scams using real health data from major breaches at McLaren, Episource & more. Watch for fake insurer messages.

Checklist 431: Hacking the Mickey D’s Hiring Bot

Belkin drops Wemo support; McDonald’s hiring bot leaked applicant data—smart tech risks show why trust and security still matter.

Checklist 430: Hardware Problems and a System Fix

Bluetooth headphones, printers, and phone accounts all face security threats — here’s how Sony, Brother, and AT&T are responding to protect users.

Checklist 429: Safer Protesting and App Store Concerns

App Store ≠ safe. Protest ≠ private. From crypto scams to surveillance, digital caution is key—whether investing or marching.

Banshee

also known as HEUR:Trojan-PSW.OSX.Amos.gen

• • Type:
  • Hybrid Threat
• • Platform:
  • Mac OS 9
• • Last updated:
  • 01/29/25 4:50 pm
• • Threat Level:
  • High

Description

Banshee is a macOS-targeting malware that steals sensitive data and evades detection by using encryption methods inspired by Apple’s XProtect.

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SecureMac Launches Metadata Privacy App MetaWipe

Designed to help Mac users delete file metadata from images and other file types that they share online, ensuring added privacy.

Checklist 428: Avoiding SMS for 2FA and a Plot Twist for 23andMe

23andMe changes hands, SMS 2FA risks exposed—why your data & online security need smarter tools now.

Checklist 427: Hallucinating Current Events

Apple’s WWDC 2025 brings on-device AI and tighter child privacy tools in iOS 26, but chatbots like Grok and ChatGPT spread protest misinformation.

Checklist 426: T-Life Recorded and a 2FA Proposal

T-Mobile and The North Face incidents show why 2FA must be standard—credential stuffing and silent tracking tools put users at risk.

Checklist 425: AI Privacy Labels and Lots of Lost Logins

Meta, LexisNexis, and a mystery trove of 184M logins highlight why strong passwords and 2FA are more vital than ever.

Checklist 424: Take It Down or Else

Apple patch fix, 23andMe data goes to Regeneron, and a new takedown law stirs privacy vs. free speech debate—here’s what you need to know.