Waste.app is a potentially unwanted program (PUP) or malware that is designed to infiltrate the Mac operating system and cause various issues. It often comes bundled with free software downloads or through deceptive pop-up ads. Once installed, Waste.app can cause a myriad of problems including slowing down the system, displaying unwanted ads, causing redirects to suspicious websites, and possibly even stealing sensitive information. Waste.app usually infects Mac systems through a deceptive technique known as “bundling”. This means it is often hidden within the installer of another program, particularly free software downloaded from the internet. Users might unknowingly install the Waste.app while installing the desired program. It can also be spread through malicious pop-up ads, fake software updates, or infected email attachments. Upon clicking or downloading these, the Waste.app gets installed and starts affecting the system’s performance and user’s data privacy.