How to Secure Your Mac Against Remote Access Scams
Scammers convince users to install screen-sharing apps to steal data or money.
Scammers convince users to install screen-sharing apps to steal data or money.
Browser hijackers change homepage, inject ads, or redirect searches.
Adware redirects browsers, injects ads, or tracks activity silently.
Weak passwords or compromised Keychain entries allow attackers to access accounts.
Malware masquerades as “useful” apps, cleaners, or cracked software.
Macs used for banking are targeted by credential-stealing malware, fake banking pages, and keyloggers.
Scammers impersonate Apple to steal Apple ID credentials or bypass Activation Lock.
Fake update pop-ups trick users into installing malware disguised as macOS updates.
Browsers are the primary attack vector for scams, phishing, and malware downloads.
Ransomware encrypts files and demands payment for recovery.