Fake Zoom app on Mac can slip past a key safety check
A fake Zoom installer for Mac computers is being used to trick people into downloading harmful software. It can get past Apple’s usual warning checks, making it look more trustworthy than it really is.
Who is at risk
Mac users who download Zoom or other apps from links in search results, ads, emails, or unofficial websites are most at risk.
What to watch for
Watch for unexpected app download prompts, Zoom installers that come from anywhere other than Zoom’s official site or the Mac App Store, and any request to enter your Mac password during installation.
What to do
Only download Zoom from the official Zoom website or the Mac App Store, and if you recently installed Zoom from another source, delete it and run a trusted security scan right away.