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\"iWorm<\/p>\n

This week virus hunters discovered a malware botnet targeting Mac OS X computers, and have named it the iWorm Botnet. The experts say that about 18,500 Macs are infected. Here’s how to tell if yours is among them.<\/p>\n

Open up Finder, and click Go > Go to Folder, and ask to find this folder name, by typing it in and clicking Go:<\/p>\n

\/Library\/Application Support\/JavaW<\/strong><\/p>\n

If the folder is not found, you are NOT infected. If you are infected, you can book an appointment at a local Apple Store, or consider installing some anit-virus software to help you remove the worm.<\/p>\n

For more details about the iWorm Botnet, read this article from Intego: iWorm Botnet Uses Reddit as Command and Control Center<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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