Re: You can protect your Mac from malware by following three simple rules!

From	"David B." <"David B."@invalid.org>
Newsgroups	alt.computer.workshop, uk.comp.sys.mac
Subject	Re: You can protect your Mac from malware by following three simple rules!
Date	2026-05-24 14:19 +0100
Organization	Retired
Message-ID	<n7gc6tF24o0U1@mid.individual.net> (permalink)
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On 24/05/2026 13:54, Brock McNuggets wrote:
> On May 24, 2026 at 5:43:01 AM MST, ""David B."" wrote
> <n7ga2lF1qc7U1@mid.individual.net>:
> 
>> On 24/05/2026 13:35, Brock McNuggets wrote:
>>> David B. <"David B."@invalid.org> wrote:
>>>> On 24/05/2026 08:35, Brock McNuggets wrote:
>>>>> David B. <"David B."@invalid.org> wrote:
>>>>>> On 24/05/2026 00:46, Brock McNuggets wrote:
>>>>>>> On May 23, 2026 at 1:12:55 PM MST, ""David B."" wrote
>>>>>>> <n7eg27Fno4sU1@mid.individual.net>:
>>>>>> [....]
>>>>>>> Not sure the relevance of any of this. So back to the question:
>>>>>>>
>>>>>>> You:
>>>>>>> EtreCheck claims that it is removed simply by dragging it to the 'Bin'.
>>>>>>> That is *NOT* the case.
>>>>>>>
>>>>>>> Me:
>>>>>>> How is it different than other macOS apps?
>>>>>> [....]
>>>>>>>> You, on the other hand, /may/ have installed all manner of software
>>>>>>>> without having any clue as to whether or not such software might damage
>>>>>>>> your own computer and/or those computers of others with whom you share
>>>>>>>> files.
>>>>>>>>
>>>>>>>> Maybe THAT is why you are now have problems with your iCloud!
>>>>>>>
>>>>>>> My computer does not control iCloud.
>>>>>>
>>>>>> Installing Mac apps from outside the App Store (often called
>>>>>> "sideloading" or downloading direct from developers) carries real
>>>>>> cybersecurity risks, primarily because these apps bypass Apple's
>>>>>> rigorous vetting process.
>>>>>>
>>>>>> The primary dangers include:Malware & Adware: Unvetted apps can contain
>>>>>> hidden malicious code designed to steal personal data, hijack your
>>>>>> browser, or secretly use your Mac's resources for cryptocurrency mining.
>>>>>>
>>>>>> Lack of Sandboxing: Outside apps often do not run in isolated
>>>>>> "sandboxes." This means they can potentially access files across your
>>>>>> entire system rather than just their own designated folders.
>>>>>>
>>>>>> Piracy & Tainted Software: "Cracked" or pirated software downloaded from
>>>>>> torrents or shady distribution sites is frequently bundled with viruses
>>>>>> or backdoors.
>>>>>>
>>>>>> Trojans: Cybercriminals often disguise malicious payloads as legitimate
>>>>>> software (e.g., fake Adobe Flash or browser updates) to trick you into
>>>>>> granting installation permissions.
>>>>>>
>>>>>> To stay safe, always check the Apple Support guide on how to safely open
>>>>>> apps on your Mac. Rely on the official Mac App Store whenever possible.
>>>>>>
>>>>>> If you must install software from the web, ensure you only download from
>>>>>> well-known, trusted developers and verify that the app is notarized by
>>>>>> Apple.
>>>>>>
>>>>>> =
>>>>>>
>>>>>> Dustin Cook will be able to confirm that such things are *REAL*.
>>>>>>
>>>>>> You have no means of protecting yourself if you install non-vetted
>>>>>> software. Just sayin'!
>>>>>>
>>>>>
>>>>> Nobody said they’re not real risky, just not relevant.
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> I suspect that they are TOTALLY relevant to you having problems with the
>>>> Apple iCloud.
>>>>
>>>>
>>>
>>> You are wrong.
>>
>>
>> Then raise you concern in the ASC forums and see what OTHER Apple users
>> think>
>>
>> *I DARE YOU*!
> 
> Why?

*YOU*, and you alone, seem to think that there is something amiss with 
the Apple iCloud.

Yet you can provide *NO* evidence of this.

The ASC forum membership is *HUGE* - someone there would know by now if 
something is amiss.

-- 
Kind regards,
David

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