How to uninstall GeneralAnalog adware from the operating system?

What is GeneralAnalog?

GeneralAnalog is an adware-type app with browser hijacker qualities. Due to the questionable methods used to distribute software products within these classifications, they are also deemed to be PUAs (Potentially Unwanted Applications).

GeneralAnalog adware in detail

Adware delivers various pop-ups, banners, coupons, surveys, etc. These intrusive advertisements can be displayed on any visited site and/or different interfaces. This graphical content seriously diminishes the browsing experience by overlaying webpages and slowing down the browsing speed. Furthermore, once clicked on, intrusive ads redirect to untrustworthy/malicious websites, and some can stealthily download/install software (e.g., PUAs).

Browser hijackers assign fake web searcher addresses as browsers' default search engine, new tab/window, and homepage URLs. With this piece of software installed: new browser tabs/windows opened and search queries typed into the URL bar - redirect to the promoted addresses.

Fraudulent search engines typically are unable to generate search results, so they redirect to Google, Bing, Yahoo, and other legitimate ones. Browser hijackers also use persistence-ensuring methods, which are intended to prevent users from restoring their browsers.

Most PUAs (adware and browser hijackers included) can track data. Targeted information includes browsing and search engine histories, IP addresses, personally identifiable details, etc. The collected data is then shared with and/or sold to third-parties.

To summarize, the presence of unwanted apps on devices can result in system infections, serious privacy issues, financial losses, and identity theft.

Threat Summary:

Name	Ads by GeneralAnalog
Threat Type	Adware, Mac malware, Mac virus
Detection Names	Avast (MacOS:AdAgent-L [Adw]), ESET-NOD32 (A Variant Of OSX/Adware.Synataeb.C), Kaspersky (Not-a-virus:HEUR:AdWare.OSX.Adload.j), Full List (VirusTotal)
Additional Information	This application belongs to Adload malware family.
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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Adware in general

ArchivesTransation, MegaUnit, OptimalSource, and ModuleService are some examples of apps within the adware classification. They appear harmless and offer "useful" features, which are rarely operational. This is true of nearly all PUAs. They are designed to run intrusive ad campaigns, cause redirects, hijack browsers, and gather private data.

How did GeneralAnalog install on my computer?

PUAs are spread using the "bundling" marketing technique - packing regular software with various additions. Rushed downloads/installations increase the risk of allowing bundled content into the system. Intrusive advertisements proliferate PUAs as well. Once clicked on, the ads can execute scripts to make downloads/installations without user consent. PUAs may also have "official" download webpages.

How to avoid installation of potentially unwanted applications?

It is recommended to research software and download only from official/verified sources. Dubious download channels, e.g., unofficial and freeware websites, Peer-to-Peer sharing networks, and other third-party downloaders - often offer bundled content.

When downloading/installing, it is advised to read terms, study possible options, use the "Custom/Advanced" settings, and opt-out from all additions. Intrusive adverts appear legitimate, yet they redirect to various unreliable and questionable sites (e.g., adult-dating, geolocations, pornography, etc.).

In case of encounters with such ads and/or redirects, the system must be checked and all suspicious applications and browser extensions/plug-ins detected - removed from it without delay. If your computer is already infected with GeneralAnalog, we recommend running a scan with Combo Cleaner Antivirus for macOS to automatically eliminate this adware.

Pop-up window displayed once GeneralAnalog adware's installation is over:

GeneralAnalog adware's installation folder:

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Quick menu:

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

Video showing how to remove GeneralAnalog adware using Combo Cleaner:

GeneralAnalog adware removal:

Remove GeneralAnalog-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.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What harm can adware cause?

Adware can diminish the browsing experience and system performance. Furthermore, adware-type apps often have data tracking abilities, which makes them a threat to user privacy. Adware-delivered advertisements also promote deceptive and even malicious content that can cause other severe issues.

What does adware do?

Advertising-supported software (adware) operates by running intrusive advertisement campaigns, i.e., displaying various ads.

How do adware developers generate revenue?

Adware generates revenue by promoting various websites, applications, products, services, and similar. It is noteworthy that the endorsed content can be malicious.

Will Combo Cleaner remove GeneralAnalog adware?

Yes, Combo Cleaner can scan devices and eliminate adware-type apps installed. It is important to mention that manual removal might not be ideal, as leftover files can remain within the system. Even after the software itself is eliminated - some of its components might remain present and running.

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