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Threat Actors Weaponize ChatGPT, Grok and Leverages Google Ads to Distribute macOS AMOS Stealer

Cybersecuritynews •Tushar Subhra Dutta • February 11, 2026

Cybercriminals have developed a sophisticated attack campaign that exploits user trust in artificial intelligence platforms to distribute the Atomic macOS Stealer (AMOS), marking a dangerous evolution in social engineering tactics. This new threat combines legitimate AI chatbot services from ChatGPT and Grok with paid Google advertising to lure unsuspecting Mac users into executing malicious terminal […]

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Cybercriminals Use AI Chatbots and Google Ads to Distribute macOS AMOS Stealer Cybercriminals have launched an attack campaign utilizing ChatGPT and Grok alongside Google Ads to distribute the Atomic macOS Stealer (AMOS). This campaign targets Mac users by exploiting their trust in AI platforms, leading them to execute malicious software. The attack represents a significant advancement in social engineering techniques. 3 sources 29

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Threat Actors Weaponize ChatGPT, Grok and Leverages Google Ads to Distribute macOS AMOS Stealer

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