In order to encrypt files on devices running Apple’s macOS operating system, the actors behind the LockBit ransomware campaign have created new artifacts.
It appears that the development marks the first time a large-scale ransomware group has produced a macOS-based payload, as was noted over the weekend by the MalwareHunterTeam.
Additional samples found by vx-underground demonstrate that the macOS variant has been accessible since November 11, 2022, and has so far managed to avoid being discovered by anti-malware engines.
The threat actors behind LockBit, a well-known cybercrime gang with ties to Russia, released two significant modifications to the locker in 2021 and 2022. They have been active since late 2019.
LockBit overtook Cl0p as the second most popular ransomware in March 2023, according to figures made public by Malwarebytes last week, and it was res
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