Kuiper (OS X)
- First seen
- 2021-05-10 00:00:00
- Malware type
- backdoor
- Family
- Malware family
- Profile updated
- 2026-07-07 14:26:49
Targeted industries: technology-and-telecommunications
Context
Kuiper (OS X) is a malware strain that operates primarily as a backdoor for macOS systems. It is designed to infiltrate and persist within targeted networks, enabling attackers to execute remote commands and exfiltrate data. The malware is notable for its stealth and persistence techniques.
Reports & references
- trellix.com — The Evolution Of The Kuiper Ransomware (report)
- malpedia.caad.fkie.fraunhofer.de — Osx.Kuiper (report)