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New XCSSET malware adds new obfuscation, persistence techniques to infect Xcode projects

Microsoft has discovered a new variant of XCSSET, a sophisticated modular malware that targets macOS. It has enhanced obfuscation methods, updated persistence mechanisms, and new infection strategies. Ref https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/security/blog/2025/03/11/new-xcsset-malware-adds-new-obfuscation-persistence-techniques-to-infect-xcode-projects/