How to remove QuantityExact adware and the ads it delivers

What is QuantityExact?

QuantityExact is an adware-type application that our researchers discovered while looking through new submissions to VirusTotal. We also learned that this piece of software belongs to the AdLoad malware family.

QuantityExact adware overview

Adware can require certain conditions to be met to run intrusive advert campaigns (display ads), which likely applies to QuantityExact. For example, advertising-supported software may not deliver advertisement campaigns unless the browser/system specs or user geolocation are compatible, particular websites are visited, or similar.

However, regardless of whether QuantityExact (or other adware) displays adverts or not - its presence on a system endangers device and user safety.

Adware-delivered advertisements promote untrustworthy/hazardous sites and software, scams, and even malware. Furthermore, some intrusive ads can be triggered (by being clicked on) to download/install software without user permission.

While legitimate products may be endorsed by adware, it is unlikely that the genuine developers use or approve of this advertising technique. Instead, scammers who abuse affiliate programs commonly employ this method to obtain illegitimate commissions.

QuantityExact may have browser hijacker qualities, as they are typical for AdLoad adware; however, it did not exhibit any during testing.

What is more, QuantityExact may have data tracking functionalities. Advertising-supported software usually targets browsing and search engine histories, personally identifiable details, banking data, and so forth. The gathered data is shared with and/or sold to third-parties.

In summary, the presence of software like QuantityExact on devices can result in system infections, severe privacy issues, financial losses, and even identity theft.

Threat Summary:

Name	Ads by QuantityExact
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

EnumeratorConnectivity, SmartTransaction, and KernelReproduce are just a couple examples of the adware we have analyzed. This software appears legitimate and offers "useful" features. However, these functions rarely work as advertised, and in most cases - they do not work at all.

How did QuantityExact install on my computer?

Adware can be bundled together with ordinary programs. Download from untrustworthy channels (e.g., unofficial and free file-hosting sites, Peer-to-Peer sharing networks, etc.) and rushed installations - increase the risk of unintentionally allowing bundled content into the system.

Fake Adobe Flash Player updaters/installers are also used in distribution. Additionally, once clicked on, intrusive advertisements may stealthily download/install advertising-supported software.

Adware can have "official" promotional/download webpages, which are typically accessed inadvertently. Most users enter them via mistyped URLs or redirects caused by intrusive ads, websites using rogue advertising networks, spam browser notifications, or installed adware (with browser force-opening capabilities).

How to avoid installation of adware?

We strongly advise researching software and only downloading from official/verified sources. Furthermore, installation processes must be approached with caution, e.g., reading terms, studying available options, using the "Custom/Advanced" settings, and opting-out of all additions.

We also recommend being vigilant while browser, as fraudulent and malicious content tends to look harmless. For example, intrusive adverts appear innocuous yet redirect to unreliable/questionable websites (e.g., gambling, adult-dating, pornography, etc.).

If you experience such advertisements and/or redirects, check the system and immediately remove all dubious applications and browser extensions/plug-ins. If your computer is already infected with QuantityExact, we recommend running a scan with Combo Cleaner Antivirus for macOS to automatically eliminate this adware.

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

QuantityExact adware's installation folder:

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Quick menu:

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

Video showing how to remove QuantityExact adware using Combo Cleaner:

QuantityExact adware removal:

Remove QuantityExact-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. This software can decrease the browsing quality and system performance. It is also a threat to user privacy due to most types having data tracking abilities. What is more, adware-delivered ads can be deceptive/malicious and lead to users experiencing serious issues.

What does adware do?

Adware stands for advertising-supported software. It is designed to run intrusive advertisements campaigns, i.e., display adverts on visited websites and/or different interfaces.

How do adware developers generate revenue?

Adware developers primarily generate revenue through affiliate programs by promoting various websites, products, services, etc. Commissions may be earned from ad clicks, webpage visits, file downloads, product purchases, service subscriptions, or similar.

Will Combo Cleaner remove QuantityExact adware?

Yes, Combo Cleaner will scan your system and eliminate detected adware-type applications. It has to be mentioned that manual removal (unaided by security software) might not be a perfect solution. In some instances, even after the advertising-supported software itself is eliminated - leftover files are left behind. Furthermore, such remnants may continue running and causing issues. Therefore, it is paramount to remove adware thoroughly.

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