when I turned on my Mac desktop it was completely covered with rows of numbered folders. It went to 84 and continued with numbers and letters. In one of the folders were two files with random numbers for a file name. Is my computer infected with a virus? I deleted all of the folders. I’m figuring I need to run a virus scan.
iMac 21.5″, macOS 10.15
Q - " Is my computer infected with a virus? I deleted all of the folders. I’m figuring I need to run a virus scan. "
A - There are no known Windows-like Viruses in the wild that self replicate and affect macOS, because of the underling UNIX Foundation and Permission Limitation.
The Only thing this Antivirus software is protecting is the Bank Account of the Developers and for zero return to the User aside from the problems this software creates.
AntiVirus Developers purposefully Market their product to create a “ Fear Factor “. In so doing, creating a False Need for their Product.
The The Built in Security is all that is required to protect the computer.
There is Adware & Malware which will affect the computer and is generally downloaded from “ Shady “ Websites or Developers who Inject this software into the download.
Should “ Certain & Specific Software “ referenced from above be installed - it will negatively impact macOS. It is suggested, download directly from the Developer , the application Malwarebytes for Mac.
It is free or paid for added features.
Run the Application and it should remove the malware / adware. Once done, restart computer and test.
Is it possible you use Spotify? Read What are these .File files in my system? - Apple Community
There are no viruses that affect macOS so just forget that idea.
Desktop covered with numbered folders
