A new variant of XCSSET, a modular macOS malware, has been reported by Microsoft Threat Intelligence to infect Apple developers’ Xcode projects. This sophisticated attack steals and exfiltrates system and user data, presenting serious supply chain risks. The malware exhibits new infection strategies and obfuscation methods, making it hard to detect. Researchers underscore the need for real-time code scanning, advanced threat detection tools, and multi-layered security approaches to protect against such attacks.
Extrachromosomal DNA Carrying MYC Drives Pancreatic Cancer Aggression
Researchers have identified extrachromosomal DNA (ecDNA), carrying the MYC oncogene, as a factor contributing to the adaptability of pancreatic cancer. The genetic rings of ecDNA
