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Research Update for src/macos-hardening/macos-security-and-privilege-escalation/macos-proces-abuse/macos-dirty-nib.md

This PR contains automated research updates including:

• Latest security vulnerabilities and attack vectors
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• Additional references and resources

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I’ve updated src/macos-hardening/macos-security-and-privilege-escalation/macos-proces-abuse/macos-dirty-nib.md with the latest, technically detailed guidance on Dirty NIB, including:

• Clear explanation of the nib/XIB loading model and why it enables code execution primitives
• A concise, auto-trigger XIB example showing how to chain bindings and _corePerformAction to avoid user interaction
• Up-to-date mitigations in macOS 13 Ventura and 14 Sonoma: first‑launch deep verification, bundle protection, Launch Constraints, and the new TCC “App Management” permission, plus practical implications
• Research-oriented enumeration commands, signature verification tips, and DFIR guidance for detecting nib tampering
• Defensive hardening recommendations for developers and defenders
• An internal ref...

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