How to avoid installation of ResultsValue adware

What is ResultsValue?

ResultsValue is a potentially unwanted application (PUA) that functions as adware. When installed, it displays unwanted advertisements. PUAs also collect information relating to users' browsing habits. People generally tricked into downloading and installing PUAs. Therefore, we recommend that you uninstall ResultsValue and other adware immediately.

ResultsValue supposedly allows more efficient searches, however, people who have it installed on their systems are forced to see unwanted ads. Generally, adware-type apps feed users with coupons, banners, surveys, pop-up ads, and so on. If clicked, these lead to untrustworthy websites and, in some cases, run scripts that cause unwanted download/installation of PUAs.

Some of the ads might also be used to proliferate malware. Furthermore, PUAs are used by developers to generate revenue. They gather details such as users' IP addresses, entered search queries, URLs of visited websites, geolocations, etc. They might also record sensitive details.

In any case, adware developers share the information with other parties (potentially cyber criminals) who misuse private data to generate revenue. Adware-type applications can cause problems relating to browsing safety, privacy, and so on. Cyber criminals might also use these apps to steal identities. We strongly recommend that you uninstall all adware immediately.

Threat Summary:

Name	Ads by ResultsValue
Threat Type	Adware, Mac malware, Mac virus.
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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ResultsValue belongs to the same adware family that includes other apps of this type including, for example, FullBrowser, StudyDisplay, and AssistEngine. All of these apps supposedly enhance the browsing experience, however, they provide no real value and simply display ads and/or gather information.

How did ResultsValue install on my computer?

In most cases, people download and install PUAs/adware through intrusive advertisements that they click or when software developers use a deceptive marketing method called "bundling". I.e., they include unwanted apps in the download or installation set-ups of regular software and hide related information in settings such as "Custom", "Advanced", and other similar sections.

Furthermore, many people unintentionally cause unwanted downloads/installations when they leave these settings unchecked and unchanged. By leaving default settings unchanged, they give PUAs permission to be downloaded and installed with regular software by default.

How to avoid installation of potentially unwanted applications

Download/install software from official, trustworthy websites and using direct download links. The same applies to files. Do not use third party downloaders/installers, Peer-to-Peer networks such as torrent clients, eMule, or other similar channels. Do not to leave settings of download or installation set-ups unchecked.

Dismiss any offers to download or install additional software before finishing the download or installation process. Do not click intrusive ads, since they can open dubious (potentially, malicious websites). Typically, these ads are displayed on web pages relating to gambling, adult dating, pornography, and so on.

To stop the browser from opening untrustworthy websites and/or showing intrusive advertisements, uninstall all unwanted programs (such as adware) installed on the computer. The same applies to apps (extensions, add-ons, plug-ins) of this type installed on the browser.

If your computer is already infected with ResultsValue, we recommend running a scan with Combo Cleaner Antivirus for macOS to automatically eliminate this adware.

Pop-up window displayed once ResultsValue installation is complete:

 Screenshot of ResultsValue installation folder and desktop shortcut:

ResultsValue installed on Safari:

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Quick menu:

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

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

ResultsValue adware removal:

Remove ResultsValue-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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