Possible virus attack
This message keeps popping up on my MacBook. I haven't given password. I think it's a virus. I need to click it 3 times before it quits popping up. What do I do?
This message keeps popping up on my MacBook. I haven't given password. I think it's a virus. I need to click it 3 times before it quits popping up. What do I do?
There may also be another issue ~ if your user name/admin name is not Charles Clark.
To troubleshoot generally, see if restart in Safe mode can help; this will check some
system files and do some background repairs. ~ You would have to restart normally
to exit Safe mode. (user password is needed to enter safe mode; not exit it, if your Mac
normally has automatic login.)
• Use 'safe mode' to isolate issues with your Mac - Apple Support
https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201262
There also may be a condition in your Mac where adware or other malcontent, may
be misdirecting your Mac due to visiting fake sites or downloading bad freeware.
• Phony "tech support" / "ransomware" popups and web pages - Apple Community
https://discussions.apple.com/docs/DOC-8071
Other scams, see details here:
• Avoid phishing emails, fake 'virus' alerts, phony support calls, and other scams - Apple Support
https://support.apple.com/HT204759
Good luck & happy trails!🌞
There may also be another issue ~ if your user name/admin name is not Charles Clark.
To troubleshoot generally, see if restart in Safe mode can help; this will check some
system files and do some background repairs. ~ You would have to restart normally
to exit Safe mode. (user password is needed to enter safe mode; not exit it, if your Mac
normally has automatic login.)
• Use 'safe mode' to isolate issues with your Mac - Apple Support
https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201262
There also may be a condition in your Mac where adware or other malcontent, may
be misdirecting your Mac due to visiting fake sites or downloading bad freeware.
• Phony "tech support" / "ransomware" popups and web pages - Apple Community
https://discussions.apple.com/docs/DOC-8071
Other scams, see details here:
• Avoid phishing emails, fake 'virus' alerts, phony support calls, and other scams - Apple Support
https://support.apple.com/HT204759
Good luck & happy trails!🌞
Possible virus attack