How to eliminate ControlProcess adware from the operating system?

What is ControlProcess?

ControlProcess is a piece of software classified as adware. It also has browser hijacker abilities. This app is considered to be a PUA (Potentially Unwanted Application) due to the dubious methods used to distribute it.

ControlProcess adware overview

Adware enables the placement of third-party graphical content on any visited website and/or other interfaces. This software can display various intrusive advertisements, e.g., pop-ups, banners, coupons, surveys, full-page, etc. They seriously diminish the browsing experience and pose a threat to device/user safety.

The delivered adverts endorse sale-based, untrustworthy, rogue, deceptive/scam, and malicious websites. Furthermore, some intrusive ads can stealthily download/install software (e.g., PUAs) - once clicked.

Browser hijackers cause redirects to fake search engines when new browser tabs/windows are opened and web searches are performed via the URL bar. This is achieved by assigning the promoted address as browsers' default search engine, new tab/window, and homepage URLs.

Fraudulent search engines typically cannot generate search results, so they redirect to Google, Yahoo, Bing, and other genuine ones. Browser hijackers also used persistence-ensuring tactics to prevent browser recovery.

ControlProcess likely has data tracking functionalities, which are typical for this kind of software. Information of interest includes: URLs visited, pages viewed, search queries typed, IP addresses, personally identifiable details, etc. The collected data is then shared with and/or sold to third-parties.

In summary, the presence of unwanted apps on devices can lead to system infections, severe privacy issues, financial losses, and even identity theft.

Threat Summary:

Name	Ads by ControlProcess
Threat Type	Adware, Mac malware, Mac virus
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

DefaultEntry, AnalogTransaction, and SimpleAccount are a couple examples of adware-type applications. They look legitimate and offer "handy" features, which usually do not work. This applies to nearly all PUAs; instead of delivering on any promises - they can have harmful abilities. Unwanted apps can run intrusive advert campaigns, force-open sites, hijack browsers, and gather private data.

How did ControlProcess install on my computer?

PUAs are spread using the "bundling" marketing method - pre-packing ordinary programs with various additions. Rushed download/installation processes (e.g., used "Easy/Quick" settings, etc.) increase the risk of allowing bundled content into the system.

Intrusive ads are used to proliferate PUAs as well. Upon being clicked, the advertisements 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 it from official/verified sources. Untrustworthy download channels, e.g., unofficial and freeware websites, Peer-to-Peer sharing networks, etc. - commonly offer bundled content.

When downloading/installing, it is advised to read terms, study possible options, use the "Custom/Advanced" settings, and opt-out of all supplements. Intrusive ads appear legitimate yet redirect to questionable sites (e.g., gambling, adult-dating, pornography, etc.).

If such adverts/redirects are encountered, the system must be inspected and all suspicious applications and browser extensions/plug-ins detected - immediately removed from it. If your computer is already infected with ControlProcess, we recommend running a scan with Combo Cleaner Antivirus for macOS to automatically eliminate this adware.

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

Screenshot of ControlProcess adware's installation folder:

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Quick menu:

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

Video showing how to remove ControlProcess adware using Combo Cleaner:

ControlProcess adware removal:

Remove ControlProcess-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 may diminish the browsing experience and system performance. This software usually has data tracking abilities, which make it a threat to user privacy. Furthermore, adware-displayed advertisements can be deceptive/malicious and cause severe issues.

What does adware do?

Advertising-supported software or adware - operates by running intrusive advertisement campaigns. In simple terms, it displays various ads on visited websites and/or other interfaces.

How do adware developers generate revenue?

Adware developers generate revenue primarily via affiliate programs by endorsing websites, applications, products, services, and similar.

Will Combo Cleaner remove ControlProcess adware?

Yes, Combo Cleaner will scan your computer and eliminate adware-type apps present. On the other hand, manual removal might not be ideal. In some cases, even after the software itself is (manually) eliminated - its file leftovers remain hidden in the system. What is more, the remaining components might continue running and causing problems.

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