.. /.Applescript

Executable

Contributors:

mr.d0x

Description:

APPLESCRIPT files are scripting files used by MacOS. They can be edited and executed using the Apple Script Editor.

OS:

Mac

Recommendation:

Block the download and execution of external APPLESCRIPT files.

Resources:

https://attack.mitre.org/techniques/T1059/002/
https://www.sentinelone.com/blog/how-offensive-actors-use-applescript-for-attacking-macos/

File Samples: