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My MacBook Pro has been hacked and I am concerned that malware is on my computer

My MacBook Pro has been hacked and malware may be on my computer. Why do I do to remove the malware or to make sure that the malware is not on my computer? The hacker has at least one on my passwords.


MacBook Pro 15″, macOS 11.5

Posted on Aug 12, 2021 6:59 AM

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Posted on Aug 12, 2021 7:04 AM

Suggest downloading the Application Etrecheck directly from a Trusted Developer and well Respected ASC Contributor. The application is free or paid from added features. Run the application with Full Disc Access ( Security & Privacy - Full Disc Access ). It will take a Snap Shot -  both the hardware and software. The Report will Not Reveal Any Personal Information. Post back the Full Report - copy and paste - using the Additional Text Icon ( 3rd Icon to last )


We can have a look at the report for possible issues and may have possible suggestions to resolve the issues.


Any Third Party Applications that will interfere with the normal operation of the OS, alter, modify, remove or delete or attempt to do so is an invitation for disaster and may require a Reinstallation of the OS.


Suggest downloading from a Trusted Developer and Respected ASC Contributor the application Malwarebytes for Mac. It is free or paid for added features. Run the Application and it should remove the malware / adware. Once done, restart computer and test.


There are no known Viruses in the wild that self replicate and affect macOS. There are Malware and Adware that does affect macOS and are often times downloaded as part of an Application from Third Party UnTrusted Site and get installed along with the Application.


Checklist: If you want to see if anyone else has access to your device or accounts


https://support.apple.com/en-ca/HT204974 and have 14 Days before it become permanent and can not be turned-off


Log into https://appleid.apple.com/ and check Apple ID Password


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Aug 12, 2021 7:04 AM in response to BC_in_AL

Suggest downloading the Application Etrecheck directly from a Trusted Developer and well Respected ASC Contributor. The application is free or paid from added features. Run the application with Full Disc Access ( Security & Privacy - Full Disc Access ). It will take a Snap Shot -  both the hardware and software. The Report will Not Reveal Any Personal Information. Post back the Full Report - copy and paste - using the Additional Text Icon ( 3rd Icon to last )


We can have a look at the report for possible issues and may have possible suggestions to resolve the issues.


Any Third Party Applications that will interfere with the normal operation of the OS, alter, modify, remove or delete or attempt to do so is an invitation for disaster and may require a Reinstallation of the OS.


Suggest downloading from a Trusted Developer and Respected ASC Contributor the application Malwarebytes for Mac. It is free or paid for added features. Run the Application and it should remove the malware / adware. Once done, restart computer and test.


There are no known Viruses in the wild that self replicate and affect macOS. There are Malware and Adware that does affect macOS and are often times downloaded as part of an Application from Third Party UnTrusted Site and get installed along with the Application.


Checklist: If you want to see if anyone else has access to your device or accounts


https://support.apple.com/en-ca/HT204974 and have 14 Days before it become permanent and can not be turned-off


Log into https://appleid.apple.com/ and check Apple ID Password


My MacBook Pro has been hacked and I am concerned that malware is on my computer

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