You will also need OpenCore bootloader (download from dortania’s GitHub) to fake a Mac model (e.g., iMac20,1).
Yes, using VMware Workstation Pro + Unlocker. However, performance will be inferior to a native Mac. macos ventura vmdk
As a result, a raw VMDK from a physical Mac won’t simply boot in a VM. You need a specialized process. You will also need OpenCore bootloader (download from
Security researchers isolate Ventura VMDKs with no network to analyze macOS malware samples (e.g., Shlayer, Atomic Stealer). Use snapshots to revert after infection. search “macOS Ventura
Open the App Store, search “macOS Ventura,” and click GET. The installer will save to /Applications .