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A technical conference talk explores the evolution and restoration of reflective code loading capabilities on macOS systems. Dive into traditional methods of reflective code loading, examining real-world malware examples that attempted to leverage these techniques. Learn how Apple's modifications to loader APIs impacted this functionality by enforcing file-based loading, and discover a straightforward approach that utilizes Apple's own loader to restore reflective loading capabilities through macOS 15. Gain insights into the security implications of these techniques and explore defensive strategies for detection and mitigation. Presented by Patrick Wardle, founder of the Objective-See Foundation and renowned macOS security expert with experience at NASA and NSA, this 29-minute presentation provides valuable knowledge for security professionals and developers interested in macOS system internals and security architecture.
