Apple Security Center?

[MallCop]

Just got a pop up page when going to appleinsider.com stating that I had infected files and applications on my computer and it stated that it was the "Apple Security Center" and it would remove them. Whats wrong because I know thats fake?

 

[miles01110]

Probably just an ad.

 

[simsaladimbamba]

If it is this:

then look at this:
MR Article: New 'MACDefender' Malware Threat for Mac OS X
MR Thread: New 'MACDefender' Malware Threat for Mac OS X

Mac Virus/Malware Info by GGJstudios
There are currently no viruses for Mac OS X in public circulation, only a handful of trojans and other malware, which have to be installed manually via entering the administrator password.
The only anti-virus you need to protect your Mac is education and common sense.​

 

[MallCop]

If it is this:

then look at this:
MR Article: New 'MACDefender' Malware Threat for Mac OS X
MR Thread: New 'MACDefender' Malware Threat for Mac OS X

Mac Virus/Malware Info by GGJstudios
There are currently no viruses for Mac OS X in public circulation, only a handful of trojans and other malware, which have to be installed manually via entering the administrator password.
The only anti-virus you need to protect your Mac is education and common sense.​

Thats it. So after reading the thread it seems its no big deal.

 

[IngerMan]

I thought this was a good write up on the malware.

http://www.securemac.com/MAC-Defender-Rouge-Anti-Virus-Analysis-Removal.php