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Apple Details Terminal Anti-Scam Warning in macOS (opens in new tab)

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Back in March with the release of macOS Tahoe 26.4, Apple Screenshot via "" The warning says the following when it appears: Possible malware, Paste blocked Your Mac has not been harmed. Scammers often encourage pasting text into Terminal to try and harm your Mac or compromise your privacy. These instructions are commonly offered via websites, chat agents, apps, files, or a phone call.There is a "Paste Anyway" option for users to proceed if they wish. In a document titled "," spotted by "Scamm...

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