Recent analyses highlight a growing cybersecurity threat to Apple devices, challenging the perception of iOS as a secure platform. Kaspersky's analysis emphasizes that malicious apps targeting iOS have emerged, contradicting the belief that iOS is immune to such threats. The research from Palo Alto Networks' Unit42 identifies infostealers as the most prevalent type of new macOS malware, with a 101% increase in the last two quarters of 2024. Additionally, VulnCheckAI reported that 768 CVE-listed vulnerabilities were exploited in 2024, marking a 20% rise from the previous year. This information underscores the increasing prevalence of malware across both iOS and macOS platforms.