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| From | Brock McNuggets <brock.mcnuggets@gmail.com> |
|---|---|
| Newsgroups | alt.computer.workshop, uk.comp.sys.mac |
| Subject | Re: So ...... is this real, or imagined? |
| Organization | Southern Nevada Institute of Technology |
| References | <m1dso8F1e0qU1@mid.individual.net> <m1fbliF87jnU1@mid.individual.net> <67b27a31$5$14$882e4bbb@reader.netnews.com> <m1fcdvF87jmU5@mid.individual.net> |
| Date | 2025-02-17 00:18 +0000 |
| Message-ID | <67b28043$20$2754$882e4bbb@reader.netnews.com> (permalink) |
Cross-posted to 2 groups.
On Feb 16, 2025 at 4:58:55 PM MST, "David" wrote
<m1fcdvF87jmU5@mid.individual.net>:
> On 16/02/2025 23:52, Brock McNuggets wrote:
>> On Feb 16, 2025 at 4:45:54 PM MST, "David" wrote
>> <m1fbliF87jnU1@mid.individual.net>:
>>
>> ...
>>
>>>>>>>>>>
>>>>>>>>>> Seems unlikely you did.
>>>>>>>>>
>>>>>>>>> I may well have opened an email attachment (SPAM)
>>>>>>>>
>>>>>>>> Just to be clear, not only opened the email but saved the attachment and then
>>>>>>>> opened it? If so the malware app should have found that copy.
>>>>>>>
>>>>>>> I confess that I do do that sometimes!
>>>>>>
>>>>>> Fair enough... but had you the malware app should have caught that you did.
>>>>>
>>>>> I STILL do not have a great deal of faith in ClamXAV.
>>>>
>>>> It is dependent on the Clam engine.
>>>
>>> For the most part, yes ...... but Mark Allan can manipulate the software.
>>
>> From what I understand he has a wrapper around the Clam engine. He does not
>> modify the engine.
>
> He does! Write and ask him - PLEASE!
Not going to contact him, but I did ask ChatGPT:
-----
The author of ClamXAV, ClamXAV Software, doesn’t typically alter the
underlying ClamAV engine itself but customizes the way it interacts with macOS
to provide an easy-to-use interface and better integration with the system.
ClamXAV leverages ClamAV for virus detection and scanning but wraps it in a
macOS-friendly UI, often adding additional features like automatic updates,
scheduled scans, and integration with system security mechanisms.
However, ClamXAV is based on ClamAV’s open-source engine, so while it might
optimize or configure it to work better with macOS, the core ClamAV scanning
engine remains largely unchanged.
-----
I asked what might change... and got this:
-----
When I say “largely unchanged,” I mean that the core functionality and
scanning engine of ClamAV remain intact, but there could be some customization
in how the engine operates within ClamXAV. Specifically, the author or
ClamXAV’s developers might make adjustments in the following areas:
1. Integration with macOS: The user interface (UI) and experience are
tailored to work seamlessly with macOS, so they might modify how ClamAV
interacts with macOS-specific features like the file system, permissions, or
notification system.
2. Performance Tweaks: To improve efficiency or resource usage on macOS,
ClamXAV might apply certain optimizations or adjust default settings like
memory usage, scan speeds, or scanning depth.
3. Customization of Signature Updates: ClamXAV likely handles the
signature database differently, such as automating updates or setting custom
preferences for when and how updates are fetched, which could differ from
ClamAV’s default method.
4. Reporting and Logging: The way ClamXAV displays scan results, handles
alerts, or logs information might be modified for a smoother macOS experience.
This could include changing the format or type of reports or providing more
user-friendly options for viewing scan results.
5. UI Customization: While ClamAV is a command-line tool, ClamXAV
provides a graphical interface. The author might tweak how scans are
initiated, how progress is displayed, and how the user can interact with the
program.
In general, these are optimizations or alterations aimed at improving
usability on macOS rather than changing ClamAV’s core detection and scanning
functionality.
-----
That fits my prior understanding.
>
>>>>>> True... but I do not engage in very risky behavior. I do use software outside
>>>>>> of the App Store but mostly well respected software. I do not use pirated
>>>>>> stuff.
>>>>>>>
>>>>>>>>>> Is your email stored on a server?
>>>>>>>>>
>>>>>>>>> Yes, of course. Why do you ask?
>>>>>>>>
>>>>>>>> With the malware being quarantined I suppose it is a nonissue.
>>>>>>>
>>>>>>> It is /not/ quarantined - it has been erased!!! 🙂
>>>>>>
>>>>>> Your image says it was quarantined (which is not the same as erased).
>>>>>
>>>>> It WAS (supposedly) quarantined ..... BEFORE I erased my hard drive!
>>>>
>>>> OK. Any reason to think it was not?
>>>
>>> Response from the ASC forum.
>>>
>>> THIS! https://i.ibb.co/Q7Chrdqh/Screenshot-2025-02-11-at-18-35-01.png
>>
>> That does not answer the question.
>
> Do you disagree with the person who wrote that message?
I do not think it is so black and white. Depends on your usage and desire.
>
>>>>> *Keep up, dear boy*! ;-) (in fun!)
>>>>
>>>> So quarantined and then erased. Fair enough. :)
>>>
>>> <thumb>
>>>
>>>> But if you did a backup and then brought your data back you brought it back.
>>>
>>> I don't know how one can get around that problem :-(
>>>
>>> Any ideas?
>>
>> Stop fearing it. Stop worrying. There is no 100% guarantee that Apple and
>> third party apps will catch everything, but it is just not worth focusing so
>> much time on. It is possible the NSA has targeted you and has cameras hidden
>> in your home, but the chances are miniscule. Not worth looking in your vents
>> for cameras. Same with malware. Enjoy other things.
>
> It's my hobby! 🙂 I'm not afraid or fearful - I just don't like "bad guys"!
Enjoy your hobby.
I am getting ready to make some cookies... though might not do it tonight. We
shall see. Made the dough already.
>
> HTH
--
Specialist in unnecessary details and overcomplicated solutions.
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Re: So ...... is this real, or imagined? Brock McNuggets <brock.mcnuggets@gmail.com> - 2025-02-22 22:42 +0000
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Re: So ...... is this real, or imagined? David <David.is@home.today> - 2025-03-08 08:52 +0000
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