The Cyber Checkup - The Cracks in macOS

"If you're behind on updates, you're vulnerable."

Episode Highlights

[00:53] macOS security myths and built-in protection limits
[01:40] How fake installers and malvertising trick users
[02:39] Why trusted searches can still lead to malware
[04:44] Adding proactive security beyond Apple defaults
[06:06] Why personal devices create organizational risk

Security engineer Zak Cowan joins the conversation to break down a malicious macOS campaign using fake installers and search result manipulation. The discussion challenges common assumptions about built-in Apple protections, highlights how users are tricked into installing malware, and explains why updates, monitoring, and personal device security all play a critical role in reducing risk.

Resources

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