How to remove AnalyzerSystem adware

What kind of application is AnalyzerSystem?

AnalyzerSystem is an untrustworthy application distributed via a fake Adobe Flash Player installer. After installing and analyzing the app, we learned that it is useless and shows unwanted advertisements. Thus, we classified AnalyzerSystem as adware.

AnalyzerSystem adware in detail

AnalyzerSystem displays intrusive advertisements designed to open deceptive websites asking to provide sensitive information, promoting potentially malicious apps, and other dubious pages. It shows banners, coupons, surveys, pop-ups, etc. It is also possible that clicking on ads displayed by AnalyzerSystem can cause unexpected downloads or even installations.

Another reason not to trust AnalyzerSystem is that it may be capable of accessing/reading sensitive information. We tested many apps similar to AnalyzerSystem and learned that some of them can read credit card details, passwords, telephone numbers, etc. Having AnalyzerSystem installed may cause problems related to online privacy, browsing safety, and other issues.

Threat Summary:

Name	Ads by AnalyzerSystem
Threat Type	Adware, Mac malware, Mac virus
Detection Names (AnalyzerSystem.system)	Avast (MacOS:Adload-AM [Trj]), Combo Cleaner (Gen:Variant.Adware.MAC.Adload.15), ESET-NOD32 (A Variant Of OSX/TrojanDownloader.Adload.AE), Kaspersky (Not-a-virus:HEUR:AdWare.OSX.Agent.u), 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 in general

Advertising-supported applications bombard users with intrusive advertisements. Additionally, they can be designed to hijack web browsers and collect various information. Typically, apps like AnalyzerSystem are promoted and distributed using deceptive methods. Thus, users often download and install them inadvertently.

More adware examples are ComputingInvolve, BridgePro, and DockMode.

How did AnalyzerSystem install on my computer?

AnalyzerSystem is distributed via a fake installer. It installs after completing the installation steps. This installer is promoted on deceptive websites claiming that the installed version of Adobe Flash Player is out of date. Adware is often distributed in other ways as well.

Adware can be installed by clicking on deceptive ads or through software bundles. In the second case, users install adware after finishing installations without changing "Advanced", "Custom", "Manual", or similar settings available in installers containing additional apps.

How to avoid installation of unwanted applications?

Download applications and files from trustworthy/official websites and legitimate stores. Using unofficial pages, third-party downloaders, P2P networks, and similar sources is unsafe. Also, check downloaders and installers for unwanted apps and deselect them before downloading or installing software.

Do not trust advertisements appearing on suspicious websites or allow such pages to show notifications. If your computer is already infected with AnalyzerSystem, we recommend running a scan with Combo Cleaner Antivirus for macOS to automatically eliminate this adware.

A fake installer used to distribute AnalyzerSystem adware (first installation step):

A fake installer used to distribute AnalyzerSystem adware (second installation step):

A pop-up that appears when AnalyzerSystem is already installed:

Text in this pop-up:

"AnalyzerSystemd" will damage your computer.
     
This file was downloaded on an unknown date.
     
OK
Show in Finder

Files related to the AnalyzerSystem adware that need to be removed:

• ~/Library/Application Support/.[random_string]/Services/com.AnalyzerSystem.service.app
• ~/Library/LaunchAgents/com.AnalyzerSystem.service.plist
• /Library/Application Support/.[random_string]/System/com.AnalyzerSystem.system
• /Library/LaunchDaemons/com.AnalyzerSystem.system.plist

IMPORTANT NOTE! In some cases malicious applications like AnalyzerSystem alter system proxy settings, thereby causing unwanted redirects to a variety of questionable websites.

The redirects are likely to remain even after removing the application itself. Thus, you'll have to restore them manually.

Step 1: Click on the gear icon in the Dock to navigate to the system settings. If the icon is not present in the Dock, you can find it in the Launchpad.

Step 2: Navigate to the Network settings.

Step 3: Select the connected network and click "Advanced...".

Step 4: Click on the "Proxies" tab and untick all the protocols. You should also set the settings of each protocol to default - "*.local, 169.254/16".

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Quick menu:

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

Video showing how to remove AnalyzerSystem adware using Combo Cleaner:

AnalyzerSystem adware removal:

Remove AnalyzerSystem-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?

The most common problems with having adware installed are decreased computer performance, diminished web browsing experience, and manipulated web browser settings. Sometimes, adware can invade privacy.

What does adware do?

Usually, adware displays unwanted advertisements (e.g., banners, coupons, pop-ups, surveys). Additionally, it can promote fake search engines and gather information (potentially sensitive information).

How do adware developers generate revenue?

Adware can be monetized in more than one way. One of the most popular ways to do so is to participate in various affiliate programs to promote products, websites, services, etc.

Will Combo Cleaner remove AnalyzerSystem adware?

Combo Cleaner will scan the operating system and eliminate all adware from it. It is worth mentioning that it can be difficult to remove adware manually (without leaving any files in the system). In some cases, components belonging to adware remain in the system even after the (manual) removal.

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