Can I delete /private/var/root/.profile ?

Hello, running Malware Removal in CleanMyMacX. It has found /private/var/root/.profile

and identifies it as "Riskware" ("Riskware is a type of legitimate software that can pose a potential risk to the security of a computer system or network if used for malicious purposes.")


Does anyone here know if this an important file or if I can just delete it?


Thanks!



JK



MacBook Pro 14″, macOS 14.6

Posted on Aug 19, 2024 10:35 AM

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Posted on Aug 19, 2024 11:03 AM

You can't, and neither can CleanMyMac. That folder is protected with access only to system, and wheel. Both OS user accounts.


Do your Mac a huge favor and get rid of CreamMyMac. It's not only useless, experienced users here consider it malware.

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