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Claude Code Finds Hidden Crypto Miner Using 1,175% CPU on Mac

Claude Code unexpectedly uncovered an unauthorized XMRig miner consuming approximately 1,175% CPU while building a Mac temperature-monitoring app. The incident highlights macOS persistence risks and the benefits and limits of AI-assisted troubleshooting.

Uday Patil Oct 19, 2026 15 min read