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I got a messege "Your MacOS... is infected with 3 viruses!"

dear all's

I got this message from a website what should I do ?

this is the message :

Your MacOS 10.14 Mojave 

is infected with 3 viruses!

Tuesday October 22, 2019 8:04 PM

Your Mac is infected with 3 viruses. Our security check found traces of 2 malware and 1 phishing/spyware. System damage: 28.1% - Immediate removal required!

The immediate removal of the viruses is required to prevent further system damage, loss of Apps, Photos or other files. Traces of 1 phishing/spyware were found on your Mac with OSX.

To avoid more damage click on 'Scan Now' immediately. Our deep scan will provide help immediately! 


1 minute and 27 seconds remaining before damage is permanent.



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MacBook Air 11", macOS 10.14

Posted on Oct 22, 2019 10:16 AM

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Posted on Oct 22, 2019 10:19 AM

Such messages are scams. Close the offending page and avoid sites that are involved in such bogus advertising tactics.


Avoid phishing emails, fake 'virus' alerts, phony support calls, and other scams - Apple Support

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