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A new version of the MacSync macOS stealer targets crypto enthusiasts and developers

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Medium
Published: 09/24/2026 (09/24/2026, 12:28:26 UTC)
Source: AlienVault OTX General

Description

A detailed technical analysis examines the evolution of MacSync, a macOS stealer-as-a-service initially known as Mac.c, which targets cryptocurrency enthusiasts and developers. The malware has undergone significant changes, replacing AppleScript-based droppers with binary executable files written in Objective-C and Swift. The infection chain utilizes malicious DMG images and employs iCloud infrastructure for payload delivery. MacSync collects extensive data including browser credentials, cryptocurrency wallets, Telegram data, SSH configurations, and keychain files. The stealer incorporates novel techniques like PAM API for password verification and features a backdoor module for persistent access. Distribution occurs through social engineering, fake applications, and cracked software disguised as legitimate crypto wallets like the nonexistent Toria wallet, promoted through dedicated websites and social media channels.

AI-Powered Analysis

Machine-generated threat intelligence

AILast updated: 09/24/2026, 19:48:17 UTC

Technical Analysis

MacSync is a macOS stealer-as-a-service that targets cryptocurrency users and developers by harvesting sensitive data such as browser credentials, cryptocurrency wallets, Telegram data, SSH configurations, and keychain files. The malware has transitioned from AppleScript-based droppers to binary executables written in Objective-C and Swift. Its infection chain involves malicious DMG images and leverages iCloud infrastructure for payload delivery. MacSync incorporates advanced techniques including the use of the PAM API for password verification and a backdoor module to maintain persistent access. Distribution methods include social engineering tactics, fake applications, and cracked software disguised as legitimate cryptocurrency wallets, notably the fictitious Toria wallet, promoted through dedicated websites and social media channels.

Potential Impact

The malware compromises sensitive user data including browser credentials, cryptocurrency wallets, Telegram messaging data, SSH configurations, and macOS keychain files, potentially leading to theft of cryptocurrencies, unauthorized access to user accounts, and persistent system compromise via a backdoor. The use of iCloud infrastructure for payload delivery and advanced techniques like PAM API exploitation increase the stealth and persistence of the threat.

Defensive Guidance

No official patch or vendor advisory is available for this malware. Mitigation should focus on user awareness to avoid social engineering, fake applications, and cracked software, especially those purporting to be cryptocurrency wallets. Users should verify software sources and avoid installing software from untrusted websites or social media promotions. Employ endpoint protection solutions capable of detecting macOS malware and monitor for suspicious DMG files and unexpected network activity related to iCloud services.

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Technical Details

Author
AlienVault
Tlp
white
References
["https://securelist.com/macsync-new-version/121383/"]
Pulse Id
6ab5176a22ab1049d0969c4a

Indicators of Compromise

Hash

ValueDescriptionCopy
hash26a0f7cdb9f7dc5ace9a40af825b1538
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hash2d69812584269699fade26622e6490c5
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hash7df1049cbd56c0bfa4a3364a379b4c2c
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hash9f15fe9c4415cd668334339f705b94d8
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hashfb90887592655a8c989e443c640167aa
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hash6791dad263cac6d63ebba6a4b57e7d71
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hash3ded1d71a822b53b12c3b67bcaf633f5
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hash781ce50001d4b449600afa347c9b0208
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hash8e84b01d5ac9624f0b181ade0e737193
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hash980e2134679bc0c609f7659882883d77
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hash4203ec932bfcc0907f91732440d6d997
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hasheb760d5c88f13f7ee0f8f86ba3407123
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hashf9f70096aabb4d22a6657014f4853a53
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hash3deeed48fd38f22e369f5c3092bd68a1
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hashf97d24212fa6a21be0c4d211e10f044c
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hash00d12d842596bf5ee1805effb4571d30
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hash9a0043d900a9ac78c886c59c9a328fd0
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hash7212229c85852c3bffaf9740002b2f39
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hashc53d0ea45dbc622afb7f16ea3eec78bc
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hashfc3ba5ed282d77127efd0b0f2403531b
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hash8dc8561349d144d4661bc66f2ec49f9f
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hash09425f72de8bba18893dcd6f04115891
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hash3a1af2b397c6958e6c3ba3c75912d60e
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hash8d371f8a7a6dcc2655544ae13cbca03d
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hash3744f975113dfc552df982dcae699f9154a448e05a743bdfb641a463352bc13a
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hashb8b4b88205a8f594b95a841bc37342898f34cad8a5a9e4a22ce69a31a1208650
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hashcb09ff86cabde4f8cee2d3cdec370c623bfa6c2b72ae9750fc9a7b299c65d7ca
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hashff3ab9ef841630364818396f62e696b72aed162cf0b895b6643ef25dad79b51d
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hashff664112d3215c5d184689fc836e0dc6c1a47e42c34e70b2c3d356864bc4cb4c
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Url

ValueDescriptionCopy
urlhttps://warpcast.asia/Toria.dmg
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urlhttps://streamyard.appstore.com.mx/installer.sh
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urlhttps://slack.apple03cloudstore.com/installer.sh
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urlhttps://toria.apple03cloudstore.com/
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urlhttps://waaako.appstore.com.mx/installer.sh
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urlhttps://toria.apple03cloudstore.com/e3c1a6b00bc31e14/stage2.enc
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urlhttps://docsend.appstore.com.mx/dcc737d157ef4271/stage2.enc
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urlhttps://docsend.appstore.com.mx/dcc737d157ef4271/CoreUpdate.pkg.enc
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urlhttps://docsend.appstore.com.mx/dcc737d157ef4271/Helper.pkg.enc
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urlhttps://docsend.appstore.com.mx
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urlhttps://toria.apple03cloudstore.com
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Domain

ValueDescriptionCopy
domaindocsend.appstore.com.mx
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domainslack.apple03cloudstore.com
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domainstreamyard.appstore.com.mx
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domaintoria.apple03cloudstore.com
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domainwaaako.appstore.com.mx
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Threat ID: 6ab57aedf7a7c54106bff432

Added to database: 09/24/2026, 19:33:01 UTC

Last enriched: 09/24/2026, 19:48:17 UTC

Last updated: 09/25/2026, 01:52:11 UTC

Views: 9

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