How to Deal with the Comeback of Proton (Malware Removal Guide)

Part 1. What Is Proton Malware

OSX/Proton Malware is a remote access trojan (RAT) targeting macOS. It claims to gain root on Mac and bypass macOS security features. What's more, the malicious trojan can take screenshots, execute console commands, access the webcam and other private information like credit card numbers saved on Mac.

When downloading apps like Handbrake or Elmedia player, the nasty Proton malware may sneak into your Mac. When you drag the downloaded app icon to the dock, the name/password window will show up. Actually, it is not from the app you downloaded, but from the Proton malware. Proton malware totally takes advantage of the vulnerability of Mac's keychain app.

Part 2. Best Way to Remove Proton Malware from Your Mac

A quick way to remove the malicious Proton from your Mac is to use a malware/virus removal tool. There are so many virus removal and Mac cleaning tools. Choosing a good one will save you hours and hours of time. Aiseesoft Mac Cleaner works as the professional Mac management tool to remove malware apps, delete junk files, and manage large & old file on Mac.

How to Remove Proton malware with Mac Cleaner

With a few clicks, you can remove the proton malware easily. Besides, this powerful Mac cleaning tool also helps you monitor your Mac performance in case suddenly crashes.

Part 3. How to Get Rid of Proton Malware Manually on Mac

Generally, you can remove proton malware manually for your Mac. The first thing you need to know is where the proton malware locates. Honestly, you can look for proton malware from these locations.

~/.calisto/cred.dat

~/Library/VideoFrameworks/.crd

~/Library/.cachedir/.crd

Then, you should open Terminal on your Mac. Type the location in Terminal Command. If the reply says "no such file or directory", it indicates there is no proton malware on your Mac. If not, you must figure out ways to remove it.

Note: To avoid your Mac is infected with proton malware, you need to check the downloads carefully. It's better to update applications with the built-in App Store.

Force quit the app that carries Proton malware

If you don't want to fulfill the process by following so many steps, you can go back to the first solution in Part 2, and delete the Proton malware related app in one click.

Conclusion

From this article, you can get a general impression of Proton malware. Also, you can get solutions to remove the terrifying Proton malware from your Mac. It is wise to monitor your Mac performance and get virus away from your Mac with Mac Cleaner. If you have any better ways, just share with us by adding a comment below.