After joining a Google meet meeting this alert started popping up on my MacBook Air. I clicked on it (it was stupid to do that I realise now) but I didn't click on the scan button. I've never seen this alert before! I went into settings and notifications and saw that it was in there. Should I be concerned?
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Original Title: 13 Viruses Detected alert
MacBook Air 15″, macOS 15.6
Windows-like viruses that self-replicate and affect macOS don’t exist because of the underlying UNIX Foundation and permission limitations.
The macOS operating system resides in a sealed and read-only volume that can’t be opened by users or third-party applications.
Mac app security enhancements are sufficient to protect computers from malware.
Adware and Malware can affect computers and are often downloaded from “shady” websites or developers who inject them into downloads.
Source: User tip from @Kurt Lang
What is malware? - Apple Community
Thank you!!!
Mish___ wrote:
Thank you!!!
You are welcome
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Also note the source of the "notifications":
xxxxxxx.co.in
Not Apple.
Bottom line; No one—not even the minor deities on Mount Cupertino— can remotely "see" or "detect" what is or is not on your computer without your giving them express permssion for remote access.
Unexpected '13 Viruses Detected' alert during Google Meet on MacBook Air
