Furthermore, the baddie under scrutiny is backed by a massive distribution wave that rookies wouldn’t conduct. Meanwhile, it obviously inherits multiple hallmarks of a rogue optimization tools lineage also represented by such an oldie as Advanced Mac Cleaner and newer impostors like Mac Mechanic and Mac Tonic, the former having dominated the Mac scareware landscape for many months on end. The application itself appears to be competently designed and gives you the delusive impression that it’s worth a shot to keep a Mac running smooth. Here is what proves this unsettling assumption.

The threat actors who masterminded the Mac Auto Fixer malware campaign apparently have some strong cybercriminal background and decent coding skills. Use the tool to remove the infection if found. Scan your Mac with Combo Cleaner to detect all files related to the Mac Auto Fixer. Mac slowdown, browser takeover, personally identifiable data (PID) harvesting Displays fake scan reports, triggers follow-up alerts pushing the licensed version, redirects browsers to junk servicesįreeware bundles, pirated apps, fake virus detection alerts online, booby-trapped software updates