Dr.Web for Mac OS X

Are there any viruses for Mac OS X?

Yes. The first virus for this platform was created in 1982. The first malicious program targeting Mac OS X (Mac.Leap) appeared in 2006. The Mac.Iservice Trojan horse that turned compromised systems into iBot zombies stirred Internet-community in early 2009.

What is iBot?

It is a botnet of compromised Macs that was discovered along with the Mac.Iservice Trojan horse in January 2009. Now the zombie network includes several thousand machines and already took part in several DDoS attacks.

Which versions of Mac OS are supported by Dr.Web for Mac OS X?

The Dr.Web anti-virus is compatible with Mac OS X 10.4 or later.

Which types of malware can be detected and neutralized by Dr.Web for Mac OS X?

Dr.Web for Mac OS X neutralizes all threats that are registered in its database and will protect Mac users as well as PC users when they exchange information over a network.

How can I get a demo key?

From download.drweb.com/mac you can download the distribution of Dr.Web for Mac OS X. Use the License manager of the anti-virus to receive a demo key.

How can I prolong the validity period of a demo-key?

There is no way to prolong the trial period. If you wish to continue using the anti-virus after the trial period has expired you need to purchase a license key file.

How do I install Dr.Web for Mac OS X?

The administrator privileges are required to install the anti-virus. When the disk is mounted, the following window appears:

Choose Dr.Web anti-virus for Mac OS X. Read the greetings of the installation wizard and press "Continue". After that you need to read and accept the license agreement. On the next step choose the disk on which you want to install Dr.Web for Mac OS X. Enter the administrator password. All other installation routines will be performed automatically. When the installation is completed press “Finish”. You don’t need to restart your system after the installation.

How do I update Dr.Web for Mac OS X?

You can choose between automatic, manual and scheduled updating.

How can I update Dr.Web for Mac OS X manually?

In the program main menu choose “Update”.

Is there any way to protect settings of Dr.Web for Mac OS X?

By default protection is enabled only settings of the resident monitor are protected. In order to change the settings click on the lock icon in the left lower corner of the SpIDer Guard window, enter the administrator password and change the settings as you see fit.

Can I cure files placed in the quarantine?

Yes, you can. You may try to cure quarantined files that could not be cured earlier after a subsequent update.

How do I uninstall Dr.Web for Mac OS X?

The administrator privileges are required to uninstall the anti-virus. When the disk is mounted, the following window appears:

Choose DrWeb4MacUninstaller. Read the greetings of the installation wizard and press "Uninstall". Enter the administrator password. After that Dr.Web for Mac OS X will be removed from the system automatically. When the unistallation is completed press "Finish". It is recommended to restart your system in order to complete the uninstallation process.

Which types of malware can be detected and neutralized by Dr.Web for Mac OS X?

Dr.Web anti-virus for Mac OS X detects viruses registered in its database. It recognizes and neutralizes malware targeting Mac OS X as well as malicious programs designed to infect Windows PCs. The non-signature detection technology Origins Tracing and the heuristic analyzer allow it to counter even unknown threats.