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Intego is the leader in Mac security, protecting Apple users from the dangers of the Internet since 1997. Follow for The Mac Security Blog and Podcast updates.

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🎃 Your Halloween plans can include a few scares. Your Mac shouldn’t. Save up to 40% on Intego ONE and get antivirus protection built for Mac. Ends 1 November. intego.com/buynow
Intego Halloween offer with promotional text on the left and a jack-o’-lantern beside a MacBook displaying Intego ONE on the right. Text reads: “Halloween exclusive. Your Mac holds too much to leave unprotected. Save up to 40%.”

ALT Intego Halloween offer with promotional text on the left and a jack-o’-lantern beside a MacBook displaying Intego ONE on the right. Text reads: “Halloween exclusive. Your Mac holds too much to leave unprotected. Save up to 40%.”

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A fake iPhone Duo preorder page is using a $500 voucher to lure visitors into a DarkSword exploit targeting vulnerable iPhones. The preorder offer is fake. Don’t follow purchase links from ads or messages; visit Apple or a trusted retailer directly.
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Which apps open when your Mac starts? Login items can be useful, but the list often grows unnoticed. Check System Settings > General > Login Items & Extensions. Remove what you no longer need, but check unfamiliar items before switching them off. #MacTips #MacSecurity
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A strong password matters, but it isn’t the only protection your account needs. If your password is stolen, two-factor authentication adds another check before someone can sign in. Enable 2FA wherever it’s available, especially on important accounts. #OnlineSecurity #2FA
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A sponsored search result can still lead to malware. Mac users are being sent to fake Codex download pages that tell them to paste a command into Terminal. That command installs malware instead. Never run Terminal commands from an installer page. intego.com/mac-security-blog…
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Intego graphic reading “Fake Mac downloads can hide malware” and “Think before you paste into Terminal,” beside an illustration of a fake download page opening a Terminal window with a warning symbol.

ALT Intego graphic reading “Fake Mac downloads can hide malware” and “Think before you paste into Terminal,” beside an illustration of a fake download page opening a Terminal window with a warning symbol.

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Intego ONE for iPhone is here. 📱 Protect your Mac and iPhone with one Intego ONE Complete subscription — with safer Wi-Fi checks, VPN privacy, and iPhone security checks. Learn more: intego.com/products/iphone-s…
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Mac security: truth or myth? Over the next few weeks, we’re putting some common claims to the test: • Macs don’t get viruses • Private browsing makes you anonymous • Built-in Mac security is all you need Which one should we tackle first? #MacSecurity #Cybersecurity
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🚨 New Phishing Scam Alert! Fraudsters are now tricking Google’s systems into sending phishing emails on their behalf and linking to Google-hosted phishing sites. What are the signs to watch out for? @theJoshMeister breaks down all the red flags🚩: 🔗intego.com/mac-security-blog…
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💐Spring Into Cyber Safety! Whether you're safeguarding personal data or business systems, now is the time to refresh your defenses and stay one step ahead of emerging threats. Don't miss out on this great deal. Offer ends soon! 🔗offer.intego.com/Blog_Spring…
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Tired of being tracked every time you search? Is Google really the best option for privacy? Intego breaks down how popular search engines compare in terms of protecting your data: 🔗intego.com/mac-security-blog…
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🎙️ Intego Mac Podcast # 392 is LIVE! Kirk @McElhearn & @theJoshMeister discuss: 🤖Apple has a new AI data policy. 🎣iMessage scams still thrive worldwide. 🧹Google claims to fight ad spam. 📱Refurbished phones save money—check the trade-offs. 🔗podcast.intego.com/392
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🚨 Apple released urgent security updates for macOS, iOS, and iPadOS this week. macOS Sequoia 15.4.1, and iOS & iPadOS 18.4.1, fix 2 zero-day vulnerabilities that were exploited in “extremely sophisticated” targeted attacks. 👀 ✍️ by @theJoshMeister: 🔗 intego.com/mac-security-blog…
Apple patched CVE-2025-31200 and CVE-2025-31201 this week. For more details—and all the details on how to back up and update your Mac, iPhone, or iPad—check out our article!

ALT Apple patched CVE-2025-31200 and CVE-2025-31201 this week. For more details—and all the details on how to back up and update your Mac, iPhone, or iPad—check out our article!

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Apple patched over 130 security flaws on macOS and more—macOS Sequoia 15.4 and iOS 18.4 updates available now. These updates bring new features, squash a few bugs, and, most notably, patch some serious security flaws. Here is everything Apple fixed 👇 🔗intego.com/mac-security-blog…
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🎙️ Intego Mac Podcast # 391 is LIVE! On this episode, Kirk @McElhearn & @theJoshMeister discuss: 📈 Apple prices may rise due to China tariffs. 📍 Can any Bluetooth device be turned into an AirTag tracker? 📱 iOS button hacks. 🔗podcast.intego.com/391
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23andMe data breach & bankruptcy got you worried? 😟 Your DNA 🧬 data might be at risk. Should you delete your account? Find out here: 🔗intego.com/mac-security-blog…
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🎙️ Intego Mac Podcast # 390 is LIVE! Kirk @McElhearn & @theJoshMeister discuss: 🛠️ Sequoia update patches record vulnerabilities. ⚖️ Apple faces a class action lawsuit that may impact digital media sales. 🤖 Apple isn't the only one overhyping AI. 🔗 podcast.intego.com/390
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