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Microsoft apps on macOS vulnerable to potential spyware attacks, experts warn

According to cybersecurity experts, Microsoft applications for macOS recently had vulnerabilities that allowed hackers to spy on Mac users. These flaws enabled attackers to bypass Apple's robust security measures and exploit the permissions granted to Microsoft apps without the user's knowledge, raising significant privacy concerns. Eight apps, including Outlook, Word, Excel and Teams, were affected, enabling potential spying and unauthorised access.