A leading threat for Mac users in 2026, is an infostealer that targets browser data, crypto wallets, and system files. Recent "ClickFix" campaigns have specifically targeted users of AI coding tools like Claude Code by tricking them into running malicious scripts. 5. FinSpy (FinFisher)
Sold primarily to law enforcement and intelligence agencies, is a sophisticated surveillance suite that works across Windows, macOS, and mobile platforms. It can turn on microphones for real-time recording and transmit images without the user's knowledge. 6. Kimwolf Botnet The Top 10 Spyware and Adware Threats
Pegasus remains the most high-profile "mercenary" spyware, capable of infecting iOS and Android devices without any user interaction ("zero-click"). It can record calls, read encrypted messages, and activate cameras. In 2026, it continues to face legal and political scrutiny, with high-profile cases like the into infections on the Prime Minister's phone being a major focus of international concern. 2. DarkSword A leading threat for Mac users in 2026,
A veteran "Remote Access Trojan" (RAT) and infostealer, specializes in keylogging and stealing credentials from browsers and clipboards. It is frequently delivered via invoice-themed phishing emails targeting small-to-mid-sized businesses. 4. AMOS (Atomic macOS Stealer) FinSpy (FinFisher) Sold primarily to law enforcement and
