How to uninstall AssessmentBranded from a computer
Written by Tomas Meskauskas on
What kind of application is AssessmentBranded?
After analyzing the AssessmentBranded application (which we downloaded from a deceptive website), our team learned that it shows intrusive advertisements. Therefore, we classified AssessmentBranded as adware. Also, this app can read sensitive information. It is strongly recommended not to install it on computers.
AssessmentBranded adware in detail
AssessmentBranded in an advertising-supported application that can show pop-up ads, banners, coupons, surveys, and other advertising material. Ads displayed by adware often promote questionable and untrustworthy websites. For example, they promote phishing websites, technical support scam pages, websites that distribute shady software, etc.
Moreover, those ads can be designed to run certain scripts to cause unwanted downloads or even installations. Thus, it is not safe to click ads shown by apps like AssessmentBranded. In addition to generating ads, AssessmentBranded is capable of reading credit card details, passwords, browsing history, and other information.
Data accessed by AssessmentBranded may be used to hijack online accounts, steal identities, make fraudulent purchases (and transactions), and be misused in other ways. Also, it may be sold to third parties. These are the main two reasons why AssessmentBranded cannot be trusted.
| Name | Ads by AssessmentBranded |
| 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.h), 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. |
More about adware
In some cases, adware can be designed not only to show ada but also to promote fake search engines. It can function as a browser hijacker that changes the settings of a web browser. Fake search engines usually generate questionable results or show results generated by other shady search engines.
There are many examples of apps similar to AssessmentBranded. Some of them are AnalogManager, ThrillAlgorithm, and QuantityTopic.
How did AssessmentBranded install on my computer?
Applications similar to AssessmentBranded tend to be distributed via deceptive pages claiming that certain installed software is out of date. These pages download fake installers designed to install adware. Also, adware is distributed via shady advertisements and software bundles. In all cases, users download and install adware inadvertently.
Adware gets installed alongside other software (when adware is bundled with other software) when users finish installations without deselecting unwanted apps. Usually, installers containing unwanted apps have "Advanced", "Custom", or other settings. Users install unwanted apps when they leave those settings unchanged.
How to avoid installation of unwanted applications?
Download applications from trustworthy sources such as official websites and stores. It is not safe to use shady pages, P2P networks, third-party downloaders, and similar sources to download apps. It is also recommended not to trust suspicious ads appearing on dubious pages or allow these pages to show notifications.
Always check downloaders and installers for optional downloads and installations and deselect unwanted apps. Do not complete downloads and installation without deselecting included undesired apps. If your computer is already infected with AssessmentBranded, we recommend running a scan with Combo Cleaner Antivirus for macOS to automatically eliminate this adware.
A window that pops up after the installation of AssessmentBranded adware:
AssessmentBranded installed on Safari:
AssessmentBranded's installation folder:
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Quick menu:
- What is AssessmentBranded?
- STEP 1. Remove AssessmentBranded related files and folders from OSX.
- STEP 2. Remove AssessmentBranded ads from Safari.
- STEP 3. Remove AssessmentBranded adware from Google Chrome.
- STEP 4. Remove AssessmentBranded ads from Mozilla Firefox.
Video showing how to remove AssessmentBranded adware using Combo Cleaner:
AssessmentBranded adware removal:
Remove AssessmentBranded-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?
It can slow down a computer, diminish the web browsing experience, invade privacy, force users to browse the web using a fake search engine, and cause other issues.
What does adware do?
Adware displays intrusive advertisements. Additionally, it can be designed to promote fake search engines (by manipulating the settings of web browsers) and gather data.
How do adware developers generate revenue?
Typically, adware is monetized by promoting various products, websites, services, etc. Adware developers earn money via affiliate programs and in similar ways.
Will Combo Cleaner remove AssessmentBranded adware?
Combo Cleaner can remove unwanted software, including adware-type applications. It removes adware without leaving any of its data in the system. It is worth mentioning that it may be challenging to achieve it manually. File leftovers may remain hiding in the system even after the removal.
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