Deactivating it is a separate, and even easier, procedure. This easy procedure will detect any kind of adware that I know of. If the malware is not removed automatically, and you can't remove it yourself by following Apple's instructions, see below. If the malware is removed in your case, you'll still need to make changes to the way you use the computer to protect yourself from further attacks. That's why you can't rely on software to protect you. There is no such thing as automatic removal of all possible malware, either by OS X or by third-party software. Again, some kinds of malware will be removed-not all. If you're already running the latest version of El Capitan, you can nevertheless download the current updater from the Apple Support Downloads page and run it. If you're not already running the latest version of OS X ('El Capitan'), updating or upgrading in the App Store may cause the adware to be removed automatically. But before you follow those instructions, you can attempt an automatic removal. Some of the most common types of adware can be removed by following Apple's instructions. There is never a need for it, and relying on it for protection makes you more vulnerable to attack, not less. You may have installed ad-injection malware ('adware').ĭon't use any kind of 'anti-virus' or 'anti-malware' product on a Mac.
