Checklist 82: Security threats targeting macOS and iOS

Malware and vulnerabilities have roared in early in 2018. On this week’s Checklist by SecureMac, three hazards and two helpers about which you should know.

Checklist 81: Facebook’s Privacy Failures Leave You in the Cold

If you’ve been listening to the news recently, you’ve probably heard the name “Cambridge Analytica” come up — and all kinds of stories about the data firm’s former executives claiming they could manipulate and intimidate large numbers of people with crafted, targeted social media content.

The Checklist 75: Mix and Match

Spectres, Meltdowns, and an endless parade of patches — 2018’s already off to quite a start, and it can all be just a little overwhelming. This week, we’re pulling back to the bigger picture and reaching into the grab bag for a Mix & Match episode as we cover a slew of stories from this past month!

Checklist 52: 5 Things to Understand About How Botnets Work

With malicious networks using tens of millions of computers and devices to serve up spam, run denial of service attacks, and more, botnets are a threat we can’t ignore.

Major Flaw in IoT Devices Leaves Security Cameras and More Vulnerable to Hacks

Another glaring security problem with Internet of Things devices has come to light. The details highlight the reasons why IoT security should be a front-line concern — not an afterthought. With several major attacks this year powered by botnets built on the back of compromised IoT devices, manufacturers should be looking more closely at their code. However, this latest exploit lies several layers deep in device programming. Dubbed “Devil’s Ivy” by the researchers who uncovered it, it’s a flaw within open-source software used by many devices.

Researchers uncovered the …

Checklist 39: 5 Ways to Work Towards New Security Skills

Ever wonder how to become a computer security expert? On this edition of The Checklist, we’re looking at ways that anyone with a drive for it can pick up computer security skills and start down the path to becoming a computer security professional.

Checklist 18: 016 iOS Security Year In Review

Last week we took a look back at the defining moments in 2016 for Mac security, and this week we’re giving iOS the same treatment! A lot has happened in the past year, and we’ve got plenty to cover in this episode!

Apple Delays Enforcement of Secure In-App Web Connections in 2017

Update: In response to developer concerns about meeting the ATS deadline, Apple has extended the timeframe for compliance. Click here to read more on the latest developments in this process.

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Apps on iOS devices were about to become a lot more secure overall in the approaching new year, but Apple has pushed back its deadline in a late announcement. What’s this about, you might ask? Well, it all has to do with groundwork laid several years ago, way back in iOS 9. In that update, Apple took the …

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Today, SecureMac is a significant contributor to the Mac security sector. Over the years, we have received numerous accolades and awards, reinforcing our …

Support for MacScan 2 Has Ended

Effective August 1, 2016, support for MacScan 2 software has officially ended. 

This means that SecureMac is no longer providing technical support or malware definition, tracking cookie blacklist, or program updates for MacScan 2.  We have been strongly encouraging existing users of MacScan 2 to consider upgrading to MacScan 3 for ongoing protection.

The five-star ratings and feedback MacScan 3 has generated from the thousands of customers who have already upgraded has been incredibly positive.  Most users share the same sentiment that the new software is easier-to-use, extremely fast …

A pair of password stealing trojan horses from the App Store are wreaking havoc with Instagram accounts

If you’ve recently downloaded InstaCare – Who cares with me? or the similarly-named Who Cares With Me – InstaDetector, you might want to double-check the security of your Instagram account.

The trojan horses, which were also being distributed in the Google Play Store, entice Instagram users with the lure of seeing who viewed their profile. Once installed, the malicious apps steal login credentials for Instagram, sending the username and password to a server controlled by malware author. From there, the affected Instagram accounts are hacked and used …

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We’ve migrated our news and advisories into a dedicated area on SecureMac. Now you can quickly access the latest news from anywhere on our site by clicking the ‘news’ button at the top of the screen. 

At a glance, you can quickly see the latest news, trending topics, and our most popular stories! 

SecureMac Product Showcase 

The SecureMac software team is constantly working on protecting Mac users. Our software section has been moved to its own area, where you can access information about our latest apps, …

MacScan 3 User Guide

MacScan User Guide

About MacScan

Installing MacScan

Reinstalling MacScan

Purchasing MacScan

Registering MacScan

Updating MacScan

MacScan Setup
MacScan Setup Assistant: Welcome
MacScan Setup Assistant: Automatic Cookie Cleaning
MacScan Setup Assistant: Notifications and Tips
MacScan Setup Assistant: Help Improve MacScan
MacScan Setup Assistant: Malware Scan Engine
MacScan Setup Assistant: Setup Complete

MacScan Preferences
MacScan Preferences: Account
MacScan Preferences: Scan
MacScan Preferences: Quarantine
MacScan Preferences: Cookies
MacScan Preferences: Scheduler
MacScan Preferences: Extras

MacScan Main Screen

Scanning for Malware
Malware Scan: Setup
Malware Scan: Progress
Malware Scan: Results
Malware Scan: Cleaning

Internet Clutter Cleanup
Internet Clutter Cleanup: Setup
Internet Clutter Cleanup: Results
Internet Clutter Cleanup: Cleaning

Malware Info Library

Scan Logs

Malware Quarantine
Viewing Quarantined Items
Removing Quarantined Items

MacScan Supported Browsers

Disabling Browser Sync
Disabling Chrome Sync for …

PrivacyScan User Guide

PrivacyScan User Guide

About PrivacyScan

Installing PrivacyScan

Reinstalling PrivacyScan

Purchasing PrivacyScan

Registering PrivacyScan

Updating PrivacyScan

PrivacyScan Setup
PrivacyScan Setup Assistant: Welcome
PrivacyScan Setup Assistant: File Cleaning
PrivacyScan Setup Assistant: Program Settings
PrivacyScan Setup Assistant: Individual App Settings
PrivacyScan Setup Assistant: Setup Complete

PrivacyScan Preferences

PrivacyScan Automatic App Finder

PrivacyScan Main Screen

PrivacyScan Scan Results

PrivacyScan Threat Cleaning
PrivacyScan: Cookie Cleaning Alert
PrivacyScan: Canceling Cleaning
PrivacyScan: Quitting PrivacyScan
PrivacyScan: Temporary File Alert

PrivacyScan Cleaning Results

PrivacyScan Supported Browsers and Apps

Disabling Browser Sync
Disabling Chrome Sync for Chrome/Chromium
Disabling Firefox Sync for Firefox
Disabling iCloud Sync for Safari

PrivacyScan Technical Support

About PrivacyScan

PrivacyScan protects your online and offline privacy by shredding files that can be used to track …

Privacy Policy

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This Privacy Policy is incorporated by reference into the SecureMac EULA End User License Agreement (the “Terms”). The terms “SecureMac,” “we,” and “us” include SecureMac, Inc. and our affiliates and subsidiaries. This Privacy Policy describes the information we may collect, how we intend to use and share that information, and how you can opt-out of a use or correct or change such information. All other terms not defined in Section 13 or otherwise herein will have the meanings set forth in the Terms.

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Avast! Mac Edition Review

Review by Israel Torres

Introduction

avast! Mac Edition is an Antivirus software for Mac. The software offers the following features:

On-Access Scanning
User friendly interface
Automatic updates
Integrated email protection
PowerPC and Intel supported
Simple Installation

This software is not free, however they offer a free 60 day trial version to download from their website. It comes in a variety of subscription flavors starting at 1 Year. It’s also offered with it’s PC version for a discounted rate. (Figure.00)

Note: It is very important to be sure to backup your system with Time Machine or alternative backup software (Carbon Copy …

Tresor File Encryption Mac OS and Mac OS X

Information

Tresor is a file encryption tool for the Macintosh. It is simple to use, fast, and offers very high cryptographic security. It is available in native versions for 68k Macs and PowerMacs as well as in a FAT version and requires MacOS 7.0 minimum. Tresor is shareware. The registration fee is 20 Euro.

Tresor encrypts any file using the IDEA block encryption algorithm. Encryption uses self-selected passwords. For decryption, the same password that was used for encryption will be needed again.

IDEA (International Data Encryption Algorithm) uses data blocks of 64 bits …

Apple.com Resources, Development and TILs on Security Issues

Resources, Development and TILs on Security Issues

Here you will find reports and issues on software and the Mac OS. These are Apple.com and its’ discussion boards papers and documents. Use the feedback form below or send us a email with the title and the URL you would like us to add.

Mac OS X-Introduction to Security

A”…..As a web developer, information is your lifeblood, the tool and the substance of your trade. Keeping your information secure requires that your systems be protected from those looking to alter pages, steal data, or simply …

VSE – MyPrivacy

Information

For ages, people have used locks and safes to protect their personal and commercial information. Today, only encryption can provide privacy in the electronic world.

VSE My Privacy is a secure repository for your passwords, notes and all kind of data that should be kept secret and secure. You only need to remember a single password for all your confidential information.

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The program is simple to use, and created by a company that has been around for many years supporting their users. SecureMac.com only exists by users sending us feedback on how …

Security-Ware – Physical Security for your Macintosh. Keep your Hardware secure

We all realize security is a issue for our computers, but how secure can your password and encrypted files be when your computers have been stolen?

The San Diego, California based company, SecurityWare offers a wide variety of anti theft devices for your Macintosh computers and PC’s. After careful overview of the products we felt the Cable Security kits would be most use full to the general market!

SecurityWare’s iBook/iMac kits (with or without plate) makes it possible and affordable to secure your Mac. SecureMac travels from locations and our iBooks sometimes …