Let’s see how these malicious viruses can trick you and gain access to your Mac. The popular types of Mac viruses so far include spyware, adware, ransomware, and scareware. Like in Windows PCs, there are many common ways a virus can get into your Mac. Mac users should be cautious about what they click on, what apps they download (and from where), and who they allow access to their computers. 50% of employees say they’re less likely to follow safe data practices when working from home because they’re not working on their usual devices.A third of workers rarely or never think about cybersecurity at work.Younger workers are 5x more likely to make mistakes with security consequences.43% of people have made mistakes at work that compromised cybersecurity.1 in 4 workers have clicked on a phishing email at work.
The likelihood of a Mac user getting a virus largely comes down to that user’s behavior.
Macs can and do get viruses.Ĩ8% of today’s data breaches are caused by human error.
