Frequent Question: Does macOS Have Viruses?
Contents Yes, Macs Can — and Do — Get Viruses and Other Forms of Malware. and While Mac Computers Are Less Vulnerable to Malware Than Pcs, the Built-in...
Yes, Macs can — and do — get viruses and other forms of malware. And while Mac computers are less vulnerable to malware than PCs, the built-in security features of macOS are not enough to protect Mac users against all online threats. Keep reading for the full lowdown on Mac malware.
Do you need virus protection on a Mac?
As we’ve explained above, it’s certainly not an essential requirement to install antivirus software on your Mac. Apple does a pretty good job of keeping on top of vulnerabilities and exploits and the updates to the macOS that will protect your Mac will be pushed out over auto-update very quickly.
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Does macOS get viruses?
Yes, Macs can get viruses. Sadly, your MacBook, iMac, or Mac Mini can all get infected with malware. Macs are less vulnerable than Windows computers, but viruses and hackers can successfully attack them too. It’s easy to underestimate the risk when you buy a new MacBook.
Maya is a hardware enthusiast who tests and reviews smart home devices, smartphones, wearables, and audio gear. She focuses on practical consumer value and build quality.
