Most Mac users feel they are impervious to malware or infections with OS X. Although it is rare, there is targeted malware out there and this post deals with how to remove a specific one as well as some ideas on how to prevent further issues.
A phishing scam has targeted Mac users by redirecting them from legitimate websites to fake websites which then 'scare' them into thinking their computer has become infected with a virus. The user is then offered a software product, usually called Mac Defender or Mac Security to resolve the issue. This 'anti-virus' software is actually malware and it's ultimate goal is to get the user's credit card information.
Here are the steps to remove this malware and to help protect you in the future.
- First off, go into your Downloads folder, or...
