How to eliminate DeliteOutward adware from the operating system
Written by Tomas Meskauskas on
What is DeliteOutward?
DeliteOutward is a rogue app that our researchers found while checking out new submissions to VirusTotal. After analyzing this application, we discovered that it operates as advertising-supported software (adware) and belongs to the AdLoad malware family.
DeliteOutward adware overview
Adware displays advertisements on visited websites and/or other interfaces. These ads promote online scams, untrustworthy/harmful sites and software, and even malware. Additionally, some intrusive adverts are capable of stealthily downloading/installing software.
Note that any genuine products encountered via these advertisements are unlikely to be promoted by their developers. Instead, this promotion is undertaken by scammers abusing the products' affiliate programs to obtain illegitimate commissions.
It is pertinent to mention that advertising-supported software may require specific conditions to run intrusive advertisement campaigns (e.g., compatible browser/system or user geolocation, visits to particular websites, etc.). However, regardless of whether DeliteOutward displays ads - its presence on a system endangers device/user safety.
Furthermore, DeliteOutward may have other functionalities since they are common for AdLoad adware. This app might have browser hijacker abilities - however, we did not observe any during testing.
What is more, advertising-supported software typically collects private data. Targeted information can include: browsing and search engine histories, usernames/passwords, personally identifiable details, financial/banking data, etc. The gathered information is monetized via sale to third-parties (potentially, cyber criminals).
To summarize, the presence of software like DeliteOutward on devices can result in system infections, serious privacy issues, financial losses, and even identity theft.
| Name | Ads by DeliteOutward |
| Threat Type | Adware, Mac malware, Mac virus |
| Detection Names | Avast (MacOS:Agent-TX [Trj]), Combo Cleaner (Adware.MAC.Generic.26960), ESET-NOD32 (A Variant Of OSX/Adware.Synataeb.G), Fortinet (Adware/Synataeb!OSX), 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 examples
We have analyzed thousands of applications within the adware category; PortalUltra, EmpireFocus, and HybridSpace are merely a few examples. Advertising-supported software typically appears legitimate and innocuous. Users are lured into download/installation with promises of "handy" features, which are usually nonoperational.
How did DeliteOutward install on my computer?
Adware is proliferated using the bundling method - packing ordinary program installers with unwanted/malicious additions. Download from untrustworthy channels (e.g., freeware and third-party sites, Peer-to-Peer sharing networks, etc.) and rushed installations (e.g., skipped steps and sections, etc.) increase the risk of permitting bundled content into the system.
Intrusive advertisements spread advertising-supported software as well. When clicked on, some of these adverts can execute scripts to make downloads/installations without user consent. Furthermore, fake Adobe Flash Player updaters/installers are used in distribution.
Adware is also endorsed through dubious download webpages and scam websites. Users typically enter sites of this kind via redirects caused by pages using rogue advertising networks, mistyped URLs, spam browser notifications, intrusive ads, or installed adware (with webpage force-opening capabilities).
How to avoid installation of adware?
We highly recommend researching software and downloading only from official and verified sources. Additionally, installation processes must be approached with caution, e.g., by reading terms, exploring possible options, using the "Custom/Advanced" settings, and opting-out of all supplements.
We advise being vigilant when browsing since fraudulent and malicious content usually appears legitimate. For example, intrusive advertisements look harmless yet redirect to unreliable/questionable sites (e.g., pornography, adult-dating, gambling, etc.).
Should you experience adverts/redirects of this kind, inspect the system and immediately remove all suspicious applications and browser extensions/plug-ins. If your computer is already infected with DeliteOutward, we recommend running a scan with Combo Cleaner Antivirus for macOS to automatically eliminate this adware.
Pop-up window displayed once DeliteOutward adware's installation is over:
DeliteOutward adware's installation folder:
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Quick menu:
- What is DeliteOutward?
- STEP 1. Remove DeliteOutward related files and folders from OSX.
- STEP 2. Remove DeliteOutward ads from Safari.
- STEP 3. Remove DeliteOutward adware from Google Chrome.
- STEP 4. Remove DeliteOutward ads from Mozilla Firefox.
Video showing how to remove DeliteOutward adware using Combo Cleaner:
DeliteOutward adware removal:
Remove DeliteOutward-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 decreases browsing quality and system performance. It is also considered to be a privacy threat since adware usually has data tracking functionalities. Additionally, the ads displayed by advertising-supported software promote deceptive/malicious content that can cause serious issues (e.g., system infections, financial losses, etc.).
What does adware do?
Adware is designed to enable the placement of advertisements on visited websites and/or other interfaces. Some types can also force-open webpages and gather private data.
How do adware developers generate revenue?
Adware developers generate most of the profit through affiliate programs by endorsing various websites, applications, products, services, and so forth.
Will Combo Cleaner remove DeliteOutward adware?
Yes, Combo Cleaner can scan systems and eliminate detected adware-type apps. Note that manual removal (unaided by security programs) might not be ideal. In some cases, even after the software itself has been (manually) removed - various components (files) remain hidden within the system. What is more, such remnants may continue running and causing problems. Hence, it is crucial to eliminate advertising-supported software thoroughly.
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