Tag: Malware

Computer malware

Best Mac Anti-Virus?

Although malware threats to the Mac have been minimal compared to the PC, for those desiring additional protection there are choices. Topher Kessler (CNET MacFixIt) recently commented on an analysis of the most common anti-virus products. The antivirus tools used in the tests included a number of free and paid scanner packages from Avast, VirusBarrier,… Continue reading Best Mac Anti-Virus?

Best PC Internet Security Product?

So, what’s the best Internet Security product for your PC? There’s no “one size fits all” answer. Perhaps your new PC included a bundled anti-virus program and you’re wondering whether to activate and use it or get another one (after uninstalling the current program). Perhaps the subscription for your current anti-virus product expired and you’re… Continue reading Best PC Internet Security Product?

Mac Flashback Malware

This MacWorld article “What you need to know about the Flashback trojan” provides an overview of this malware and the associated risk. Flashback is the name for a malicious software program discovered in September 2011 that tried to trick users into installing it by masquerading as an installer for Adobe Flash. Cnet’s MacFixIt followed up… Continue reading Mac Flashback Malware

Apple Security Update and File Quarantine

ars technica writes, “The Security Update 2011-003 that Apple released on Tuesday directly addressed the Mac Defender malware threat in two ways: it changed the way malware files are detected by enabling automatic daily updates, and included code to remove at least two of its variants.” The article further discusses Apple’s response to a growing… Continue reading Apple Security Update and File Quarantine