Removal instructions for BinaryEngine adware and the adverts it displays

What is BinaryEngine?

We discovered the BinaryEngine application while inspecting new submissions to VirusTotal. After analyzing this app, we determined that it operates as advertising-supported software (adware). This piece of software also belongs to the AdLoad malware family.

BinaryEngine adware overview

Once installed onto our test machine, BinaryEngine began running intrusive advertisement campaigns (i.e., displaying adverts). It is noteworthy that adware may require certain conditions to operate as designed. For example, if the browser/system or geolocation are incompatible, users do not visit specific websites, etc. - this software may not deliver advertisements. However, regardless of whether adware displays ads or not - it still endangers device and user safety.

Adware-delivered adverts typically endorse untrustworthy/harmful sites and software, online scams, and even malware. Some intrusive ads can even be triggered (by being clicked) to stealthily download/install software.

Any legitimate products encountered through these advertisements are unlikely to be promoted by their actual developers. Instead, scammers who abuse affiliate programs commonly employ this marketing method to obtain illegitimate commissions.

Furthermore, BinaryEngine might have browser hijacker traits since they are common for AdLoad adware, although we did not observe any during analysis.

What is more, this app may have data tracking abilities. Adware can target browsing data, personally identifiable details, usernames/passwords, credit card numbers, etc. The gathered data is then shared with and/or sold to third-parties (potentially, cyber criminals).

To summarize, the presence of software like BinaryEngine on devices - can result in system infections, severe privacy issues, financial losses, and even identity theft.

Threat Summary:

Name	Ads by BinaryEngine
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.
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Adware examples

KernelReproduce, SmartTask, and CommonAnalyser are just a few examples of the adware we have analyzed. This software usually looks legitimate and offers "handy" features. However, the promised functionalities are rarely operational.

How did BinaryEngine install on my computer?

Adware can be bundled (packing together) with regular programs. Download from dubious channels (unofficial and freeware websites, Peer-to-Peer sharing networks, etc.) and rushed installations (ignored terms, used "Easy/Express" settings, etc.) - increase the risk of inadvertently allowing bundled content into the system.

Intrusive advertisements proliferate advertising-supported software as well. Upon being clicked, the adverts can execute scripts to make downloads/installations without user consent.

Adware may also have "official" promotional/download pages. Most users enter such websites through mistyped URLs or redirects caused by intrusive ads, spam browser notifications, sites that use rogue advertising networks, or installed adware (capable of force-opening browsers).

How to avoid installation of adware?

We highly recommend researching software and always downloading from official/verified channels. Installation processes must be approached with care, e.g., reading terms, exploring available options, using the "Custom/Advanced" settings, and opting-out of all additions.

We advise being vigilant when browsing - since fraudulent and malicious content typically looks legitimate. For example, intrusive adverts appear harmless, yet they redirect to unreliable/questionable websites (e.g., gambling, pornography, adult-dating, etc.).

If you experience such ads/redirects, inspect your device and immediately remove all suspicious applications and browser extensions/plug-ins. If your computer is already infected with BinaryEngine, we recommend running a scan with Combo Cleaner Antivirus for macOS to automatically eliminate this adware.

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

BinaryEngine adware's installation folder:

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Quick menu:

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

Video showing how to remove BinaryEngine adware using Combo Cleaner:

BinaryEngine adware removal:

Remove BinaryEngine-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 endangers device integrity and user safety. It can decrease browsing experience and system performance. This software usually has data tracking abilities, which make it a threat to privacy. Furthermore, adware-delivered adverts can be deceptive/malicious and cause severe issues.

What does adware do?

Advertising-supported software (adware) is designed to display ads on visited sites and/or different interfaces. It may also be capable of force-opening various webpages and gathering private information.

How do adware developers generate revenue?

Most of the profit comes from affiliate programs by promoting websites, applications, products, and so on. Adware developers may earn commission from advertisement clicks, site visits, file downloads, product purchases, or similar.

Will Combo Cleaner remove BinaryEngine adware?

Yes, Combo Cleaner can scan your computers and eliminate installed adware-type apps. It is noteworthy that manual removal (unaided by security programs) might not be ideal. In some cases, although the software itself is removed - various file remnants stay in the system. Furthermore, such components can continue running and causing problems. Therefore, it is crucial to remove adware thoroughly.

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