When you click on a button, a link, or an item on your computer, chances are you are doing it with your mouse. However it seems that recently it was discovered that macOS High Sierra is vulnerable to a “synthetic click” attack which is essentially a software-based clicking of the interface, meaning that your computer registers clicks that you might not even have made.
Like many Mac-targeted attacks, it depends on 'social engineering' or user error: you click a link in an email, and the malware is smuggled on to your Mac. This then triggers the attack. Apr 26, 2021 If your Mac is using an earlier version of any Mac operating system, you should install the latest Apple software updates, which can include important security updates and updates for the apps that are installed by macOS, such as Safari, Books, Messages, Mail, Music, Calendar, and Photos.
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This means that in theory, hackers could use it to dismiss security notifications, or it could be used to enable permissions to apps, and so on. This attack was discovered by DigitaSecurity’s Chief Research Officer Patrick Wardle and revealed during Defcon 2018. According to Wardle, it seems that he stumbled across this flaw by accident when he discovered that his code’s actions were working around the restrictions put into place.
He said, “Two lines of code completely break this security mechanism. It is truly mind-boggling that such a trivial attack is successful. I’m almost embarrassed to talk about the bug as it’s so simple – though I’m actually more embarrassed for Apple.” The good news is that this flaw only seems to affect one version of macOS, which is High Sierra.
Wardle also points out that this issue will be fixed with the Mojave update which will block all synthetic events completely, although hopefully Apple will issue a patch for this as we’re sure that not all macOS users can or want to upgrade to Mojave upon its release.
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Auto mouse software for quicker clicks
Many computer tasks, from games to running a script, require repetitive, sometimes bothersome, clicking. Auto Mouse Click for Mac helps you automate these processes.
Straightforward
Auto Mouse Click for Mac is an automation utility that sets up a pattern of clicks and keystrokes for your computer to perform by itself.
This program is super simple to grasp and use. It stimulates left and right clicks on Mac devices and offers several ways to control it.
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To use it, you'll have to create a file and store the required clicks, mouse strokes, and all other options. Then, when you require it, all you need to do is open the file to launch.
You'll find plenty of configuration options during the setup stage that let you determine precisely how you want the program to execute its actions.
You can set up hotkeys to start and stop the program, as well as designate specific areas of where it will run.
This app, however, isn’t free. The free trial should be sufficient to see whether you’ll find the app useful.
Where can you run this program?
As its name suggests, Auto Mouse Click for Mac runs on Mac OS X and above.
Is there a better alternative?
Yes. While this program is good, you can benefit from free alternatives such as DewllClick and Random Mouse Clicker.
Our take
Auto Mouse Click for Mac is well-executed, easy to use, and offers a lot of flexibility. However, its usage is extremely limited and does not justify its price.
Should you download it?
Yes, if you often perform tasks that include a lot of repetitive clicking. Otherwise, it’s not worth the money to automate such actions with this app.
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- Helpful utility
- Video tutorial included
- Many tweaking options
- Easy to use
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