Tag: mac vulnerability
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Meta's Muse AI Assistant Vulnerable to Backdoor Exploit
A security researcher has discovered a shocking vulnerability in Meta's new AI assistant, Muse, that allows malware on a Mac to hijack the tool, giving hackers an easy backdoor into sensitive personal data. This exploit is particularly alarming since it can be triggered by malware that's already on the device, making it a nearly effortless way for attackers to take control.
Parallels Desktop Flaw Exposes Macs to Root Access
A newly discovered flaw in Parallels Desktop, tracked as CVE-2026-90894, leaves Macs vulnerable to root access, allowing ordinary local accounts to run code as root. This security gap, dubbed ParaShells, was uncovered by JFrog's vulnerability team and rated 7.8 out of 10 in severity.