Search.byomlapp.com Redirect (Mac)

What is search.byomlapp.com?

There are countless fake search engines similar to search.byomlapp.com. Generally, developers describe them as 'legitimate' search engines that provide improved, more accurate results, faster searches, and so on. In fact, they are promoted using rogue downloaders/installers that usually modify browser settings.

Furthermore, search.byomlapp.com records browsing-related data. As mentioned, there are many fake search engines, all of which are virtually identical. Examples include search.kimosachi.com, search.getvideomonkey.com, and search.maps2go.net.

The downloaders/installers mentioned above usually target Safari, Google Chrome, and Mozilla Firefox. In this particular case, they assign this fake search engine (search.byomlapp.com) as the default search engine, homepage, and the URL of new tabs.

Furthermore, rogue downloaders/installers install "helper" objects: applications that are installed together with browser extensions, add-ons, and plug-ins.

They usually prevent users from reverting the affected settings. Therefore, users with "helper objects" installed on their computers are forced to visit search.byomlapp.com when a new tab (or the entire browser/browser window) is opened or a search query is entered into the URL bar.

Furthermore, many apps of this type and search.byomlapp.com gather browsing-related information: IP addresses, search queries, geo-locations, URLs of visited websites, etc. Developers share the information with third parties (cyber criminals) who misuse it to generate revenue. Some of the recorded information might include personal details.

As a search engine, search.byomlapp.com is useless, since it does not generate unique results. It simply provides results generated by Yahoo (once a search query is entered, it redirects users to search.yahoo.com).

Thus, having unwanted "helper objects" installed and using search.byomlapp.com can lead to privacy issues, problems relating to browsing safety, or even identity theft.

Threat Summary:

Name	search.byomlapp.com browser hijacker
Threat Type	Mac malware, Mac virus
Symptoms	Your Mac became slower than normal, you see unwanted pop-up ads, you get redirected to shady websites.
Distribution methods	Deceptive pop-up ads, free software installers (bundling), fake flash player installers, torrent file downloads.
Damage	Internet browsing tracking (potential privacy issues), displaying of unwanted ads, redirects to shady websites, loss of private information.
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These search engines are presented as 'useful' - developers offer an enhanced browsing experience (improved results, various features, tools, and so on), however, they do not operate as expected. They are designed only to generate revenue for the developers.

Rather than giving any real value for regular users, fake search engines cause unwanted redirects and gather data. Some even feed users with false results and intrusive ads - both typically lead to dubious websites. Therefore, using a fake search engine can lead to system infections.

How did search.byomlapp.com install on my computer?

To promote search.byomlapp.com, developers use the rogue downloaders/installers that we mentioned earlier. They are used to trick users into allowing the site to make certain changes to browser settings and to install PUAs. T

his is achieved using tyhe "bundling" method: information regarding the download/installation of unwanted apps or modification of browser settings is not properly disclosed. They hide these details in "Custom", "Advanced" and other settings of the download or installation processes. Despite this, none of this will happen if users install or download software with care.

How to avoid installation of potentially unwanted applications?

To prevent unwanted installations and modification of browser settings, we recommend that you download software using trustworthy and official websites (or other sources) only. Avoid using third party software downloaders, since they are usually monetized by promoting unwanted applications - this is achieved using the same bundling method.

Do not rush installations/downloads without checking all available options and settings. Check "Custom", "Advanced", and other options/settings and deselect any offers to install unwanted applications (or to modify browser settings). Do not visit untrustworthy websites or click intrusive ads.

These advertisements often cause redirects to dubious, dubious websites such as gambling, adult dating, pornography, and so on. If you experience these ads or random redirects, check the list of installed apps (extensions, add-ons, and plug-ins) on your browser and uninstall all unwanted or suspicious entries.

Also check for unwanted apps of this type installed on the operating system. If your computer is already infected with browser hijackers, we recommend running a scan with Combo Cleaner Antivirus for macOS to automatically eliminate them.

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Quick menu:

• What is search.byomlapp.com?
• STEP 1. Remove search.byomlapp.com related files and folders from OSX.
• STEP 2. Remove search.byomlapp.com redirect from Safari.
• STEP 3. Remove search.byomlapp.com browser hijacker from Google Chrome.
• STEP 4. Remove search.byomlapp.com homepage and default search engine from Mozilla Firefox.

Video showing how to remove browser redirects to search.byomlapp.com using Combo Cleaner:

search.byomlapp.com redirect removal:

Remove search.byomlapp.com-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 browser hijacker-related files and folders

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

Check for browser hijacker 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 browser hijackers - "installmac.AppRemoval.plist", "myppes.download.plist", "mykotlerino.ltvbit.plist", "kuklorest.update.plist", etc. Browser hijacker commonly installs several files with the exact same string.

Check for browser hijacker 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 browser hijacker 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 browser hijackers - "installmac.AppRemoval.plist", "myppes.download.plist", "mykotlerino.ltvbit.plist", "kuklorest.update.plist", etc. Browser hijacker commonly installs several files with the exact same string.

Check for browser hijacker 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 browser hijackers, continue to remove rogue extensions from your Internet browsers.

Remove browser hijackers from Internet browsers

Remove Safari browser hijackers:

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.

Change your homepage:

In the "Preferences" window, select the "General" tab. To set your homepage, type the preferred website URL (for example: www.google.com) in the Homepage field. You can also click the "Set to Current Page" button if you wish to set your homepage to the website you are currently visiting.

Change your default search engine:

In the "Preferences" window, select the "Search" tab. Here you will find a drop-down menu labeled "Search engine:" Simply select your preferred search engine from the drop-down list.

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

Remove Google Chrome browser hijackers:

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".

Change your homepage

Click the Chrome menu icon (at the top right corner of Google Chrome) and select "Settings". In the "On startup" section, disable the malicious extension (if present), look for a browser hijacker URL below the "Open a specific or set of pages" option. If present, click on the three vertical dots icon and select "Remove".

Change your default search engine:

To change your default search engine in Google Chrome: Click the Chrome menu icon (at the top right corner of Google Chrome), select "Settings", in the "Search engine" section, click "Manage search engines...", in the opened list look for a browser hijacker URL, when located click the three vertical dots near this URL and select "Delete".

• 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".

Change your homepage

To reset your homepage, click the Firefox menu (at the top right corner of the main window), then select "Settings", in the opened window disable malicious extension (if present), remove the browser hijacker URL and enter your preferred domain, which will open each time you start Mozilla Firefox.

Change your default search engine:

In the URL address bar, type "about:config" and press Enter. Click "Accept the Risk and Continue".

In the search filter at the top, type: "extensionControlled". Set both results to "false" by either double-clicking each entry or clicking the button.

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

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