Our guide explains how to run a Mac virus scan and protect your device from potential viruses and malware. By Karen Haslam. Managing Editor, Macworld JAN 3, 2025 3:37 am PST.

If a multi-purpose Mac utility with malware and virus scanning sounds good, CleanMyMac X is a great option. It’s got 49 tools including an in-depth malware detection and removal utility.

It costs less than the competition, but you get what you pay for. You pay $25 per year for a one-Mac K7 subscription or $32 ...

K7 AntiVirus for Mac offers the basics and nothing more, not even browser-level detection of dangerous websites. It costs ...

Although XProtect is managed by Apple and is part of macOS there may still be times when you want to run a third-party malware scanner on your Mac to look for malicious software.

Malware can also modify browser settings, so you should reset any browsers on your Mac to their defaults. Safari doesn't have ...

Unlike on Windows, Microsoft Defender isn't free to use on Mac. However, as long as you have a Microsoft 365 Individual or Family subscription, you will be able to download and use the antivirus ...

Another option is a Mac Cleaner like CleanMyMac X, which offers a virus scan among other features.This option costs $34.95/£29.95 a year right now (RRP: $39.95/£34.95), but it is one of our go ...

Screenshot-scanning malware discovered on Apple App Store in first-of-its-kind attack Learn how to keep your important info safe. By Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report Fox News.

Apple likes to tout Mac OS X's lack of malware, but it isn't completely immune … iOS 15.4 and macOS 12.3 are here with Universal Control and more iOS 15.4, iPadOS 15.4, tvOS 15.4, watchOS 8.5 ...

Apple appears to be cracking down on "anti-virus" apps in the iOS App Store, in an effort to prevent customers from believing iOS devices are capable of contracting viruses and malware.