https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/clickfix-attacks-infecting-pcs-and-macs-are-going-viralContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/clickfix-attacks-infecting-pcs-and-macs-are-going-viralhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/clickfix-attacks-infecting-pcs-and-macs-are-going-viral#u68456Tue, 15 Sep 2026 03:42:31 +0000Cybercriminals are scaling ClickFix attacks by using fake CAPTCHA overlay windows and compromised social media accounts to infect Windows and macOS devices. These attacks trick users into executing information-stealing malware under the guise of resolving technical errors. Recent campaigns include the use of the official HBO Max Reddit account to distribute malicious ads. The scheme targets both PCs and Macs, leveraging social engineering to convince users to manually trigger the infection process on their own systems.Why it mattersThese attacks build on previous campaigns that used fake AI ch https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/clickfix-attacks-infecting-pcs-and-macs-are-going-viralhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/clickfix-attacks-infecting-pcs-and-macs-are-going-viral#u67570Mon, 14 Sep 2026 06:36:41 +0000ClickFix attacks are spreading rapidly by using fake AI chat interfaces and installers to infect Windows and macOS devices. Hackers distribute password-stealing malware through deceptive Claude and ChatGPT installers and shared AI conversations. On macOS, the MacSync stealer specifically targets cryptocurrency wallets and user credentials. These campaigns leverage the popularity of generative AI tools to trick users into executing malicious code under the guise of fixing technical errors or installing legitimate software.Why it mattersThe rise of generative AI has created new social engineerin