BeeAware Adware (Mac)

What is BeeAware?

BeeAware (also known as BeAware) is an adware-type potentially unwanted application (PUA) that users often install unintentionally. These PUAs are designed to deliver various online advertisements and record information relating to browsing habits. Uninstall these applications immediately, since they can cause a number of issues.

If you encounter a "Software Update" pop-up window informing you of an update for a new version of BeeAware, it is likely that this and a number of other adware-type applications will be installed on your Mac computer (if you click 'OK'). Adware is software that continually feeds users with various advertisements (coupons, banners, surveys, pop-ups, and so on).

This situation can affect overall browsing quality, since the ads are often displayed using tools that enable placement of third party graphical content on any site and conceal underlying content. If clicked, they redirect to deceptive/untrustworthy websites.

Some might lead to potentially malicious websites or even execute scripts that download/install other unwanted apps (such as adware). These PUAs commonly record browsing-related information including IP addresses, search queries, URLs of visited websites, geo-locations, and so on.

Furthermore, adware developers share the information with other parties (potentially, cyber criminals) who misuse it to generate revenue. Therefore, having these apps installed might cause privacy, browsing safety problems, or even identity theft. If the BeeAware app is installed on your Mac, uninstall it immediately.

Threat Summary:

Name	Ads by BeeAware
Threat Type	Adware, Mac malware, Mac virus
Detection Names	Full List (VirusTotal)
Symptoms	Your Mac becomes slower than normal, you see unwanted pop-up ads, you are redirected to dubious websites.
Distribution methods	Deceptive pop-up ads, free software installers (bundling), fake Flash Player installers, torrent file downloads.
Damage	Internet browser tracking (potential privacy issues), display of unwanted ads, redirects to dubious websites, loss of private information.
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There are countless adware-type apps on the internet. Users often install them unintentionally or are tricked. Other examples include MacPro Install, MyCouponsmart, and PDF Tycoon.

Developers usually promote them as 'useful applications', however, when installed, they deliver none of the functionality promised. On the contrary, most cause issues and are designed only to generate revenue for the developers.

How did BeeAware install on my computer?

Generally, adware-type (and other potentially unwanted apps) are installed through clicked deceptive ads or when software developers use the "bundling" method. Bundling is used to trick users into installing unwanted apps together with other software.

Typically, these installations are achieved by hiding unwanted apps in "Custom", "Advanced", and other similar settings/options of the installation or download set-ups. Generally, information regarding the inclusion (bundling) of these apps within set-ups is not properly disclosed. Furthermore, users who skip download/installation steps often allow them to be installed inadvertently.

How to avoid installation of potentially unwanted applications?

Download software using official and trustworthy websites (or other sources) and direct links. Do not use third party tools such as third party software installers, peer-to-peer networks, unofficial websites, etc. Do not skip download or installation steps without checking "Custom", "Advanced", and other options/settings.

If there are any additional (potentially unwanted) applications offered, deselect them and only then finish the download or installation. There are many intrusive ads that redirect to deceptive, untrustworthy or even malicious websites (gambling, pornography, adult dating, or similar).

If you encounter these ads, check the list of installed programs on your computer. Also, check installed extensions, add-ons, and plugins on your browser. Remove all unwanted/unknown entries immediately. If your computer is already infected with BeeAware, we recommend running a scan with Combo Cleaner Antivirus for macOS to automatically eliminate this adware.

Text presented in BeeAware software update pop-up window:

Software Update

Update Required

A new version of BeeAware is now available. By clicking "OK" you agree to install BeeAware and to its privacy policy and license agreement. you may remove BeeAware at any time from the applications folder.

Screenshot of BeAware adware's files:

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Quick menu:

• What is BeeAware?
• STEP 1. Remove BeeAware related files and folders from OSX.
• STEP 2. Remove BeeAware ads from Safari.
• STEP 3. Remove BeeAware adware from Google Chrome.
• STEP 4. Remove BeeAware ads from Mozilla Firefox.

Video showing how to remove adware and browser hijackers from a Mac computer:

BeeAware adware removal:

Remove BeeAware-related potentially unwanted applications from your "Applications" folder:

Click the Finder icon. In the Finder window, select "Applications". In the applications folder, look for "MPlayerX", "NicePlayer", or other suspicious applications and drag them to the Trash. After removing the potentially unwanted application(s) that cause online ads, scan your Mac for any remaining unwanted components.

Remove adware-related files and folders

Click the Finder icon, from the menu bar. Choose Go, and click Go to Folder...

Check for adware generated files in the /Library/LaunchAgents/ folder:

In the Go to Folder... bar, type: /Library/LaunchAgents/

In the "LaunchAgents" folder, look for any recently-added suspicious files and move them to the Trash. Examples of files generated by adware - "installmac.AppRemoval.plist", "myppes.download.plist", "mykotlerino.ltvbit.plist", "kuklorest.update.plist", etc. Adware commonly installs several files with the exact same string.

Check for adware generated files in the ~/Library/Application Support/ folder:

In the Go to Folder... bar, type: ~/Library/Application Support/

In the "Application Support" folder, look for any recently-added suspicious folders. For example, "MplayerX" or "NicePlayer", and move these folders to the Trash.

Check for adware generated files in the ~/Library/LaunchAgents/ folder:

In the Go to Folder... bar, type: ~/Library/LaunchAgents/

In the "LaunchAgents" folder, look for any recently-added suspicious files and move them to the Trash. Examples of files generated by adware - "installmac.AppRemoval.plist", "myppes.download.plist", "mykotlerino.ltvbit.plist", "kuklorest.update.plist", etc. Adware commonly installs several files with the exact same string.

Check for adware generated files in the /Library/LaunchDaemons/ folder:

In the "Go to Folder..." bar, type: /Library/LaunchDaemons/

In the "LaunchDaemons" folder, look for recently-added suspicious files. For example "com.aoudad.net-preferences.plist", "com.myppes.net-preferences.plist", "com.kuklorest.net-preferences.plist", "com.avickUpd.plist", etc., and move them to the Trash.

Scan your Mac with Combo Cleaner:

If you have followed all the steps correctly, your Mac should be clean of infections. To ensure your system is not infected, run a scan with Combo Cleaner Antivirus. Download it HERE. After downloading the file, double click combocleaner.dmg installer. In the opened window, drag and drop the Combo Cleaner icon on top of the Applications icon. Now open your launchpad and click on the Combo Cleaner icon. Wait until Combo Cleaner updates its virus definition database and click the "Start Combo Scan" button.

Combo Cleaner will scan your Mac for malware infections. If the antivirus scan displays "no threats found" - this means that you can continue with the removal guide; otherwise, it's recommended to remove any found infections before continuing.

After removing files and folders generated by the adware, continue to remove rogue extensions from your Internet browsers.

Remove malicious extensions from Internet browsers

Remove malicious Safari extensions:

Open the Safari browser, from the menu bar, select "Safari" and click "Preferences...".

In the preferences window, select "Extensions" and look for any recently-installed suspicious extensions. When located, click the "Uninstall" button next to it/them. Note that you can safely uninstall all extensions from your Safari browser - none are crucial for regular browser operation.

• If you continue to have problems with browser redirects and unwanted advertisements - Reset Safari.

Remove malicious extensions from Google Chrome:

Click the Chrome menu icon (at the top right corner of Google Chrome), select "More Tools" and click "Extensions". Locate all recently-installed suspicious extensions, select these entries and click "Remove".

• If you continue to have problems with browser redirects and unwanted advertisements - Reset Google Chrome.

Remove malicious extensions from Mozilla Firefox:

Click the Firefox menu (at the top right corner of the main window) and select "Add-ons and themes". Click "Extensions", in the opened window locate all recently-installed suspicious extensions, click on the three dots and then click "Remove".

• If you continue to have problems with browser redirects and unwanted advertisements - Reset Mozilla Firefox.

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