Apple has long boasted of the Mac's immunity to viruses and malware.

But the computers, once marketed as more secure than those running on Windows software, are facing an increased threat from criminals because of their popularity.

Online security experts have warned that Macs are now a more attractive target for hackers due to the rising number of people who choose them over a PC.

Graham Cluley, a spokesman for online security firm Sophos, said there has been a marked increase in malware aimed at Macs in the past few weeks.

He said: ‘Because Mac users don’t use anti-virus protection then they are seen as a soft target.

‘Macs have become a victim of their own success.’

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