The Mac Security Blog
As Americans enjoy their long Thanksgiving weekend, malware writers are thankful for only one thing: more and more Mac users are getting tricked into installing their wares. The Flashback Trojan horse, that we reported on here, then discussed a new variant, then another new variant, has bred several new variants. Intego has spotted several new versions of this malware, which, while not changing the features of the malware, have changed the code, in an attempt to sneak through malware protection, such as that of VirusBarrier X6.
The bogus alerts you see on sites serving this malware haven’t changed:
But the effect is the same. When you end up on a site like this, an installation package is automatically downloaded, and, if your browser settings allow it, launched so you’ll see an Installer window.
As we said in a previous article, if you see a web page similar to that shown above, do not run any installer, and if the Installer window does not open, check your Downloads folder for any package file that contains the name Flash, then delete it. Only download Flash Player installers from the Adobe web site.
Intego is holding a special Black Friday blowout sale on all of its X6 security software. Keep your Macs safe from the dangers of the Internet, and save 40%, valid one day only, Friday, November 25, 2011.
As the holiday season rolls around, it’s a good time to make sure your Macs are protected from the dangers of the Internet. Get protection from viruses, malware and network attacks, tools to back up your essential files and filter out spam, or to keep your children sheltered from inappropriate web content. Intego has the programs you need to protect you and your Macs.
Intego is offering a 40% discount on any Intego X6 or Dual Protection product, purchased exclusively from the Intego online store. This includes standard packs and family packs, but not upgrades, renewals or accessories. To benefit from this discount, use the following code in the Intego online store (https://secure.intego.com/buynow/), on November 25, 2011: BLACKFRIDAY2011.
This promotion applies to the following Intego programs:
- VirusBarrier X6 – Protects your Mac from malware and network threat
- Internet Security Barrier X6 – The most comprehensive Mac security suite available
- VirusBarrier X6 Dual Protection – Protects your Mac from malware and network threats (Mac OS X and Windows)
- Internet Security Barrier X6 Dual Protection – The most comprehensive Mac security suite available (Mac OS X and Windows)
- Washing Machine 2 – Cleans up files that can slow down your Mac
This promotion is valid worldwide, only in Intego’s on-line store, and does not apply to software sold in Apple’s Mac App Store or iTunes App Store. This offer cannot be combined with any other offers or promotions.
LaCie recently released its Little Big Disk Thunderbolt SSD, the first standalone Thunderbolt storage device, and one with an SSD for maximum read and write speed. Intego is delighted to see the excellent reviews this hard drive is getting, as Intego is a partner with LaCie. Intego provides backup software with this, and other Mac-compatible storage devices: Intego Backup Manager Pro.
Engadget gave the Little Big Disk Thunderbolt SSD an excellent review, and also highlighted the quality of Intego Backup Manager Pro, saying, that it is “a flexible tool that’s easy to use,” and pointing out the many features it offers:
The included backup software from Intego is a flexible tool that’s easy to use. Once you’ve installed the software from the included CD, customizing it to suit your needs is a painless process. There’s a standard tool that allows you to select individual files and folders, and you can schedule backups, create rules and exceptions to handle files the way you want. You can even set your system to sleep or un-mount the drive once it’s finished safeguarding your data. Of course, the software also lets you create a bootable backup of your system and set up synchronization of folders as well. It’s a comprehensive suite, and one we could see ourselves using regularly.
Intego Backup Assistant or Intego Backup Manager Pro comes bundled with LaCie storage devices (the different versions of the software are provided with different LaCie devices), but you can also buy it on its own from Intego.
So, if you want fast backups, the combination of LaCie’s Little Big Disk Thunderbolt SSD and Intego Backup Manager Pro may be just what you need.
As the scariest weekend of the year approaches, it’s a good time to give your Mac a treat and protect it from the dangers of the Internet. Intego is offering 15% off its acclaimed Internet Security Barrier X6, which provides comprehensive protection against malware, network threats, spyware, phishing, zombies and more.
Internet Security Barrier is a bundle containing the following Intego programs:
- VirusBarrier X6: Keeps Macs safe from all known malware and network threats.
- ContentBarrier: Protects children from adult web sites, predatory chats, suggestive e-mail and more.
- Personal Backup: The one-stop backup tool for Mac OS X, backs up files, clones startup volumes, and synchronizes folders or volumes, protecting Mac users from data loss.
- Personal Antispam: Analyzes incoming e-mail, determining which messages are spam and which are valid messages, so users can work more efficiently without spam getting in their way.
- FileGuard: Creates virtual safes that provide unbreakable protection for sensitive files. Users can create as many safes as they want, each with its own password.
Save 15% on Internet Security Barrier by entering the code HALLOWEEN when you place an order on Intego’s online store. This promotion is valid worldwide, only in Intego’s on-line store, and does not apply to software sold elsewhere.
Apple is releasing iOS 5 today, the latest version of the operating system that runs the iPhone, iPad and iPod touch. To celebrate the launch of this new version of iOS, Intego has put VirusBarrier iOS on sale. Regularly $2.99, the program is on sale for only $0.99. This includes a 12-month subscription to malware updates.
VirusBarrier iOS lets you easily scan e-mail attachments, other files you have access to on your iOS device, or files on remote locations such as MobileMe and DropBox, web servers or WebDAV shares. VirusBarrier iOS uses Intego’s award-winning VirusBarrier X6 scanning technology to detect and eradicate all known malware affecting Windows or Macs: viruses, worms, Trojan horses, fake antiviruses, and other types of malware that might otherwise pass through undetected.
Check out Intego VirusBarrier iOS now. Take advantage of this sale price to provide additional protection to your iOS device, and your home and business network, for just a dollar. The sale won’t last long, so get it now.
Whether you’re going back to school or to work, it’s a good time to make sure your Macs are protected from the dangers of the Internet. Get protection from viruses, malware and network attacks, tools to back up your essential files and filter out spam, or to keep your children sheltered from inappropriate web content. Intego has the programs you need to protect you and your Macs.
Intego is offering 20% discount on any Intego X6 or Dual Protection product, purchased exclusively from the Intego online store. This includes standard packs and family packs, but not upgrades, renewals or accessories. To benefit from this discount, use the following code in the Intego online store (http://www.intego.com/store/), through September 30, 2011: BACKTOSCHOOL2011.
This promotion applies to the following Intego programs:
- VirusBarrier X6
- Internet Security Barrier X6
- VirusBarrier X6 Dual Protection
- Internet Security Barrier X6 Dual Protection
- Washing Machine
This promotion is valid worldwide, only in Intego’s on-line store, and does not apply to software sold in Apple’s Mac App Store or iTunes App Store.