Error: "Scan Error" and "At Risk" on Norton for Mac
To fix this problem, run LiveUpdate and restart your Mac. If the problem persists, manually update the virus definitions.
Run LiveUpdate
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Start Norton.
If you see the My Norton window, next to Device Security, click .
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In the Norton main window, click .
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When the LiveUpdate finishes, exit all programs and restart your Mac.
If the problem persists, go to Step 2.
Update the virus definitions
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Download the virus definitions for your Norton product manually.
The file nis6avdefinitions.pkg is automatically saved to the Downloads folder.
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Double-click the file that you downloaded.
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Follow the on-screen instructions to install the virus definitions.
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Operating System: Windows, Mac OS X, Android, iOS
Last modified: 11/20/2019