How to eliminate MultiSet adware and the advertisements it delivers?
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What is MultiSet?
MultiSet is a Potentially Unwanted Application (PUA) classified as adware. It also has browser hijacker qualities. This app runs intrusive ad campaigns and can cause redirects to fake search engines.
MultiSet adware overview
Adware can display pop-ups, banners, surveys, and other intrusive advertisements on visited websites and/or different interfaces. The delivered adverts primarily endorse deceptive and malicious sites. Furthermore, some intrusive ads can download/install software (e.g., PUAs) stealthily - once clicked.
Browser hijackers assign fake search engine addresses as browsers' default and their homepage and new tab/window URLs. Hence, new browser tabs/windows opened and web searches performed via the URL bar - redirect to the promoted address.
These search engines usually cannot generate search results, so they redirect to Google, Yahoo, Bing, and other legitimate ones. This software also employs persistence-ensuring techniques to prevent browser recovery.
Applications like MultiSet typically have data tracking abilities. Information of interest includes - browsing and search engine histories, IP addresses, personally identifiable details, finance-related data, etc. The collected data is monetized through sale to third-parties.
To summarize, the presence of unwanted apps on devices can result in system infections, severe privacy issues, financial losses, and even identity theft.
| Name | Ads by MultiSet |
| Threat Type | Adware, Mac malware, Mac virus |
| Detection Names | Avast (MacOS:Adload-AG [Adw]), Combo Cleaner (Gen:Variant.Adware.MAC.AdLoad.13), ESET-NOD32 (A Variant Of OSX/Adware.Synataeb.G), 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. |
| Malware Removal (Mac) | To eliminate possible malware infections, scan your Mac with legitimate antivirus software. Our security researchers recommend using Combo Cleaner. |
Adware in general
AdvancedServices, CoreSource, and AnalogSet are a couple examples of adware. This software and PUAs in general - appear legitimate and promise "useful" features, which are seldom functional. The sole goal of unwanted software is to generate revenue at user expense. Therefore, its presence seriously endangers device and user safety.
How did MultiSet install on my computer?
PUAs are proliferated via downloaders/installers of other programs - this marketing method is called "bundling". Rushed downloads/installations increase the risk of allowing bundled content into the system. Additionally, when clicked - intrusive adverts can make downloads/installations without user consent. PUAs may also have "official" download pages.
How to avoid installation of potentially unwanted applications?
It is strongly recommended to research software and download it from official/verified sources. Dubious download channels, e.g., unofficial and freeware sites, Peer-to-Peer sharing networks, etc. - can offer bundled content.
When downloading/installing, it is advised to read terms, explore available options, and use the "Custom/Advanced" settings to opt-out from all supplements. With the abundance of scams and harmful ads online, it is important to exercise caution when browsing.
Intrusive advertisements appear innocuous yet redirect to questionable websites (e.g., gambling, pornography, etc.). In case of encounters with ads and/or redirects of this kind, the system must be checked and all suspicious applications and browser extensions/plug-ins detected - immediately removed from it. If your computer is already infected with MultiSet, we recommend running a scan with Combo Cleaner Antivirus for macOS to automatically eliminate this adware.
Pop-up window displayed once MultiSet adware's installation is over:
MultiSet adware's installation folder:
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Quick menu:
- What is MultiSet?
- STEP 1. Remove MultiSet related files and folders from OSX.
- STEP 2. Remove MultiSet ads from Safari.
- STEP 3. Remove MultiSet adware from Google Chrome.
- STEP 4. Remove MultiSet ads from Mozilla Firefox.
Video showing how to remove MultiSet adware using Combo Cleaner:
MultiSet adware removal:
Remove MultiSet-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 browsing quality and system performance. This software can pose privacy threats, as it typically has data tracking functionalities. Additionally, adware-delivered adverts can be deceptive/dangerous and cause serious problems.
What does adware do?
Advertising-supported software (adware) is designed to run intrusive ad campaigns. In other words, it operates by displaying advertisements on visited sites and/or different interfaces.
How do adware developers generate revenue?
Adware generates revenue primarily via affiliate programs by promoting content. The developers of this software can earn commission from ad clicks, website visits, file downloads, product purchases, services subscriptions, or similar.
Will Combo Cleaner remove MultiSet adware?
Yes, Combo Cleaner will scan your computer and eliminate the adware-type apps present. Note that manual removal might be ineffective as it can lack thoroughness. In some cases, even after the software itself is (manually) deleted - various file leftovers are left behind. Furthermore, such remnants can continue running and causing issues.
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