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Unknown file wants to access my safari through automation in the privacy section.

I got messages like below screenshots when I open safari. What should I do to stop getting these messages?




I think it is some kind of virus. How to remove it?


Please help.


Thank You.

MacBook Pro 13″, macOS 11.2

Posted on Feb 13, 2021 3:43 AM

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Posted on Feb 13, 2021 6:06 AM

Restart your computer.

If you don't want any app to access your data, "Don't Allow" it.


For more info:

https://support.apple.com/guide/mac-help/control-access-to-files-and-folders-on-mac-mchld5a35146/mac



If you are not sure about the app that wants to access your data, check for adware.


   1. Check for adware.


       Run the latest release of Malwarebytes for Mac to remove malware/adware, if installed on your Mac.

       For instructions: Install Malwarebytes for Mac v4      Uninstall Malwarebytes for Mac

       Click the “Scan Now” button. Once done, quit Malwarebytes for Mac.

       Restart the computer and relaunch Safari holding the shift key down.

       Scan for Malware again.


       Additional steps  if necessary.


  2. Reset search engine:    https://support.apple.com/guide/safari/customize-your-search-ibrwe75c2a3c/mac

  3. Reset  Homepage.   https://support.apple.com/guide/safari/set-your-homepage-ibrw1020/mac 

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Feb 13, 2021 6:06 AM in response to abhi9704

Restart your computer.

If you don't want any app to access your data, "Don't Allow" it.


For more info:

https://support.apple.com/guide/mac-help/control-access-to-files-and-folders-on-mac-mchld5a35146/mac



If you are not sure about the app that wants to access your data, check for adware.


   1. Check for adware.


       Run the latest release of Malwarebytes for Mac to remove malware/adware, if installed on your Mac.

       For instructions: Install Malwarebytes for Mac v4      Uninstall Malwarebytes for Mac

       Click the “Scan Now” button. Once done, quit Malwarebytes for Mac.

       Restart the computer and relaunch Safari holding the shift key down.

       Scan for Malware again.


       Additional steps  if necessary.


  2. Reset search engine:    https://support.apple.com/guide/safari/customize-your-search-ibrwe75c2a3c/mac

  3. Reset  Homepage.   https://support.apple.com/guide/safari/set-your-homepage-ibrw1020/mac 

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