Today's cybercriminals design increasingly sophisticated threats. Provide us with feedback & win some prizes. Pitt Information Technology recommends that you protect your computer by installing antivirus software and using it conjunction with anti-malware (Malwarebytes) protection.
Select Install macOS (or Install OS X) from the Utilities window, then click Continue and follow the onscreen instructions. Learn more For more information about the createinstallmedia command and the arguments that you can use with it, make sure that the macOS installer is in your Applications folder, then enter the appropriate path in Terminal. Malwarebytes Anti-Malware for Mac It is a free security tool that allows you to scan your computer for common macOS infections and remove them. While focusing on adware infections, Malwarebytes for Mac will also scan for other known infections that are being released for the macOS operaitng system. Global Nav Open Menu Global Nav Close Menu; Apple; Shopping Bag +.
Benefits of Antivirus and Anti-Malware Software
- Detects and protects against malware, viruses, and other harmful software in real time
- Contains proactive anti-ransomware and anti-exploit detection and response components
- Blocks hacking and phishing attempts
- Offers flexibility through manual and scheduled scan modes
- Provides a layered approaches to securing your computer
Antivirus Software
- Pitt IT recommends Microsoft Defender ATP as the antivirus solution for University-owned computers.
- Pitt IT recommends several antivirus options for personal devices.
Anti-Malware (Malwarebytes)
Malwarebytes' anti-exploit system guards against ransomware and zero-day attacks. It is available at no cost to students, faculty, and staff through Pitt IT's Software Download Service. Note that a reboot may be required after installation.
Malwarebytes
Malwarebytes' anti-exploit system guards against ransomware and zero-day attacks. It is available at no cost to students, faculty, and staff through Pitt IT's Software Download Service. Note that a reboot may be required after installation.
Malwarebytes
Students (for Personal Use)
| Product | Operating Systems | Cost | Expiration Date |
|---|---|---|---|
Anti-Malware (Malwarebytes Premium) | Mac | No Cost | One year based on installation date |
Anti-Malware (Malwarebytes) | Windows | No Cost | August 31 |
Faculty / Staff / Depts.
| Product | Operating Systems | Personal Purchase by Faculty & Staff | Departmental Purchase | Annual Maintenance Renewal Date | Available through Software Download Service | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cost | Includes Home Use Rights | |||||
Anti-Malware (Malwarebytes) | Mac | No Cost | No Cost | Yes | Yes - one year based on installation date | Yes |
Anti-Malware (Malwarebytes) | Windows | No Cost | No Cost | Yes | Yes - based on installation date | Yes |
For additional information, visit Malwarebytes.
Additional resources
Additional resources
Manual Malwarebytes Installation In Mac Download
For assistance, please contact The 24/7 IT Help Desk at 412-624-HELP (4357). Questions can also be submitted online.
