Malware/spyware

I just got a pop up telling me I had malware or spyware present and should call an 800 number to help get it removed immediately. Seemed very shady. How can I make sure my system is safe?

iMac 21.5", macOS 10.12

Posted on Mar 13, 2019 9:39 AM

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dialabrain

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Posted on Mar 13, 2019 9:43 AM

That's a scam. Ignore it.

See: Effective defenses against malware and ot… - Apple Community

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Avoid phishing emails, fake 'virus' alerts, phony support calls, and other scams - Apple Support

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dialabrain

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Mar 13, 2019 9:43 AM in response to julig18

That's a scam. Ignore it.

See: Effective defenses against malware and ot… - Apple Community

and…

Avoid phishing emails, fake 'virus' alerts, phony support calls, and other scams - Apple Support

rkaufmann87

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Mar 13, 2019 9:46 AM in response to julig18

+1 As you have already been advised that is 100% a scam. Please read the links dialabrain provided so you know what to do.

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