Malware on macOS allowed hackers to record screen and take photos, macOS Big Sur 11.4 update fixes the issue

Apple has fixed a security vulnerability through the latest update of its macOS that earlier allowed hackers to record a victim's screen or take photos using Mac's camera.

Apple MacBooks have reportedly been the victim of yet another malware attack. Exploiting a security vulnerability, the malware is able to work around the macOS privacy settings to take screenshots, record audio or even take images through the MacBook's camera. The good thing is that Apple has already addressed the security weakness in its latest version of macOS Big Sur 11.4. Released on Monday, the version effectively patches the vulnerability and asks for users permission for running the previously targeted app process. The malicious practice was discovered recently by cybersecurity company Jamf while researching the XCSSET malware. First found last year, the malware could be used to trick the Transparency Consent and Control settings on macOS.