# CrashStealer macOS Malware Bypasses Gatekeeper with Notarized Dropper

CrashStealer, a new macOS malware, uses a notarized dropper to evade Apple's Gatekeeper security checks. The malware targets macOS users by exploiting the trust granted to notarized applications. This discovery underscores a critical vulnerability in Apple's verification process, potentially allowing malicious software to run undetected.

**Importance:** 3/5

## Sources

### Security
- [The Hacker News](https://thehackernews.com/2026/07/crashstealer-macos-malware-uses.html) — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 23:06:12 +0530