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How to remove Rootkit malware from an Apple computer
Rootkits are a particularly dangerous type of malware because they
attack deep within a computer system, often at BIOS level, and are very hard to detect. Once installed, there are a number of ways in which they can cause damage to you and your Mac. However, there are anti-rootkit tools that can detect and remove them. In this article, we’ll explain what a rootkit is, how you can avoid getting one on your Mac, and how to remove a rootkit if you’re unfortunate to be attacked by one. What is a rootkit? As its name suggests, a rootkit is a set of tools that are installed at root level on a computer, with the purpose of hacking into the system, causing damage or stealing data. Rootkits come in different types, and attack Macs as well as PCs. *Root level gives highest administrator privileges on a computer*. Full Blog article, he- https://macpaw.com/how-to/remove-rootkit-malware -- David |
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