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Uploads have a virus

When trying to upload files to safari or chrome it says that the PDF or Pages files have a virus. This is from a trusted website.

MacBook Pro 13", macOS 10.15

Posted on Feb 12, 2020 6:30 AM

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Posted on Feb 12, 2020 7:41 AM

Startup in  safe mode to try to isolate the cause of the issue.

  • Select your account and login.
  • Test.
  • To leave Safe Mode, click Apple logo   in the menu bar and choose “Restart”.



    Download EtreCheck, run it to see if there is any adware installed or not.

      https://etrecheck.com

      Click  “Free download” button,

      Open Downloads folder, click on it to open, and then select ”Open”.

      “Choose a problem” from the popup menu box, and then “Start EtreCheck” in the dialog.

      Click “Share Report” button in the toolbar, select “Copy report” .

      Paste the report when you reply.

      Note: This is a diagnostic test.

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Question marked as Top-ranking reply

Feb 12, 2020 7:41 AM in response to Joelle_22

Startup in  safe mode to try to isolate the cause of the issue.

  • Select your account and login.
  • Test.
  • To leave Safe Mode, click Apple logo   in the menu bar and choose “Restart”.



    Download EtreCheck, run it to see if there is any adware installed or not.

      https://etrecheck.com

      Click  “Free download” button,

      Open Downloads folder, click on it to open, and then select ”Open”.

      “Choose a problem” from the popup menu box, and then “Start EtreCheck” in the dialog.

      Click “Share Report” button in the toolbar, select “Copy report” .

      Paste the report when you reply.

      Note: This is a diagnostic test.

Uploads have a virus

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