AppleJeus macOS Malware

AppleJeus is a newly observed trojan malware created by the Hidden Cobra advanced persistent threat group to target macOS devices.

Threat ID:: CC-2632
Category:: Trojan
Threat Severity:: Low
Threat Vector:: Drive by download, Download
Published:: 23 August 2018 12:00 AM

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Summary

AppleJeus is a newly observed trojan malware created by the Hidden Cobra advanced persistent threat group to target macOS devices.

Affected platforms

The following platforms are known to be affected:

macOS

Apple macOS - All versions

Threat details

Hidden Cobra are distributing AppleJeus via disguised applications or drive-by-downloads, both of which are delivered from compromised cryptocurrency trading sites. The disguised applications do not contain the malware directly, but instead download it depending on the type of device infected

At the time of publication it is unclear what Hidden Cobra are using AppleJeus for, although there are indications it has similar capabilities to their FALLCHILL remote access trojan.

Remediation advice

To prevent and detect a trojan infection, ensure that:

Remediation steps

Type	Step
	A robust program of education and awareness training is delivered to users to ensure they don’t open attachments or follow links within unsolicited emails. All operating systems, anti-virus and other security products are kept up-to-date. All day-to-day computer activities such as email and internet are performed using non-administrative accounts. Strong password policies are in place. Network, proxy and firewall logs should be monitored for suspicious activity. User accounts accessed from affected devices should be reset on a clean computer. Your organisation adopts a holistic all-round approach to Cyber Security as advocated by the 10 Steps to Cyber Security.

Type

Step

A robust program of education and awareness training is delivered to users to ensure they don’t open attachments or follow links within unsolicited emails.
All operating systems, anti-virus and other security products are kept up-to-date.
All day-to-day computer activities such as email and internet are performed using non-administrative accounts.
Strong password policies are in place.
Network, proxy and firewall logs should be monitored for suspicious activity.
User accounts accessed from affected devices should be reset on a clean computer.
Your organisation adopts a holistic all-round approach to Cyber Security as advocated by the 10 Steps to Cyber Security.

Last edited: 17 February 2020 12:37 pm