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"com.macvpn. MacVPNHelper" will damage your computer. What's this?

What is this and what should I do about it? Thanks.

iMac 27″ 5K, macOS 13.0

Posted on Dec 9, 2022 8:13 AM

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rkaufmann87

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Dec 9, 2022 8:30 AM in response to Richard Reid1

You should check to see if it is installed on your computer. The most simple method is to run FindAnyFile (the free version) and have FAF look for the name MacVPNHelper and remove anything with that name and then empty your trash.

I would also recommend downloading the free version of Malwarebytes and run it to see if you have downloaded any other malware.

Jan 20, 2023 3:35 PM in response to rkaufmann87

I have deleted Mac Vpn but the pop up keeps showing up on my screen every time I hit ok, it pops back up. How do I get rid of this? I downloaded Malwarebytes and I don't have any threats. But this is annoying with this message popping up.

Dec 15, 2022 3:31 PM in response to Richard Reid1

Dec 15, 2022 3:32 PM in response to rkaufmann87

problem

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