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how would i know if that java malware is in my mac system? I'm still using Snow Leopard.

how would i know if that java malware is in my mac system? I'm still using Snow Leopard.

Posted on Apr 16, 2012 9:46 AM

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Posted on Apr 16, 2012 9:48 AM

Helpful Links Regarding Flashback Trojan


Visit Thomas Reed's site for insight and help: Mac Malware Guide


A Google search can reveal a variety of alternatives on how the remove the trojan should your computer get infected. This can get you started. However, be careful about what you do as new variants of the malware circumvent the efforts of earlier tools.


Also see Apple's article About Flashback malware.


Apple has released Java updates for Snow Leopard and Lion users:


Java for OS X Lion 2012-003; available only for users of Lion with Java installed.

Java for Mac OS X 10.6 Update 8; available only for users of Snow Leopard.

Flashback malware removal tool; available only for users of Lion without Java installed.


Install whichever shows up in Software Update. It removes the malware (if present), updates Java (if present) and tightens up Java settings for the future. You may download from Apple's web site instead of using Software Update, but it's important to know which one to get, because the other two won't work for you.

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Apr 16, 2012 9:48 AM in response to bonalkid

Helpful Links Regarding Flashback Trojan


Visit Thomas Reed's site for insight and help: Mac Malware Guide


A Google search can reveal a variety of alternatives on how the remove the trojan should your computer get infected. This can get you started. However, be careful about what you do as new variants of the malware circumvent the efforts of earlier tools.


Also see Apple's article About Flashback malware.


Apple has released Java updates for Snow Leopard and Lion users:


Java for OS X Lion 2012-003; available only for users of Lion with Java installed.

Java for Mac OS X 10.6 Update 8; available only for users of Snow Leopard.

Flashback malware removal tool; available only for users of Lion without Java installed.


Install whichever shows up in Software Update. It removes the malware (if present), updates Java (if present) and tightens up Java settings for the future. You may download from Apple's web site instead of using Software Update, but it's important to know which one to get, because the other two won't work for you.

how would i know if that java malware is in my mac system? I'm still using Snow Leopard.

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