How to uninstall ManagerUpdater unwanted application
Written by Tomas Meskauskas on
What kind of application is ManagerUpdater?
Recently, our team discovered an advertising-supported application called ManagerUpdater. We classified ManagerUpdater as adware because it generates unwanted advertisements. We also found that this app can read sensitive information. In most cases, users download and install adware inadvertently due to the methods used to promote and distribute it.
ManagerUpdater adware in detail
A typical advertising-supported app shows annoying pop-up ads, banners, coupons, surveys, etc. Clicking advertisements displayed by ManagerUpdater may open pages designed to lure visitors into agreeing to receive notifications, providing personal information, downloading shady software, etc.
Another reason not to trust ads generated by ManagerUpdater is that they can be designed to run certain scripts and cause unwanted downloads and installations. As we mentioned in the introduction, ManagerUpdater not just shows ads but also reads sensitive information such as passwords, credit card details, phone numbers, browsing history, and other data.
Information obtained via adware can be misused for malicious purposes. For instance, to steal online accounts and identities, make fraudulent purchases, transactions, etc. Also, adware developers may sell gathered information to third parties.
| Name | Ads by ManagerUpdater |
| Threat Type | Adware, Mac malware, Mac virus |
| Detection Names | Avast (MacOS:AdAgent-L [Adw]), Combo Cleaner (Adware.MAC.AdloadTR.1143), ESET-NOD32 (A Variant Of OSX/Adware.Synataeb.C), 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
Adware can be designed to change the settings of a web browser. In such cases, it hijacks a web browser to promote a fake search engine. Usually, browser-hijacking apps change the default search engine, homepage, and new tab page.
Examples of apps similar to ManagerUpdater are WiredBlank, InformationLeader, and InitialMethod.
How did ManagerUpdater install on my computer?
Applications like ManagerUpdater often are installed via fake installers for the Adobe Flash Player (or other software). Those installers are distributed mainly via deceptive websites (e.g., pages claiming that certain installed software is outdated). In other cases, adware installs via shady advertisements and software bundles.
Programs bundled with adware have "Advanced", "Custom", or similar settings in their installers. Users agree to install adware alongside other programs when they finish installations without deselecting unwanted apps/changing the settings available in installers.
How to avoid installation of unwanted applications?
Do not trust shady websites offering to download software (or ads and pop-ups appearing on such pages) or use third-party downloaders, P2P networks, and similar sources to download software. Download it from official websites and stores.
Check downloaders and installers for unwanted apps (and deselect them using the provided settings) before downloading and installing programs. If your computer is already infected with ManagerUpdater, 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 ManagerUpdater adware:
ManagerUpdater installed on Safari:
MagagerUpdater's installation folder:
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Quick menu:
- What is ManagerUpdater?
- STEP 1. Remove ManagerUpdater related files and folders from OSX.
- STEP 2. Remove ManagerUpdater ads from Safari.
- STEP 3. Remove ManagerUpdater adware from Google Chrome.
- STEP 4. Remove ManagerUpdater ads from Mozilla Firefox.
Video showing how to remove ManagerUpdater adware using Combo Cleaner:
ManagerUpdater adware removal:
Remove ManagerUpdater-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 can slow down a computer and diminish the Internet browsing experience. Also, it can invade privacy and force users to browse the web with a fake search engine.
What does adware do?
As a rule, the purpose of adware is to display annoying/intrusive advertisements. Certain adware-type apps can have the qualities of browser hijackers: they can be designed to promote fake search engines by changing the settings of web browsers. Also, adware can be capable of reading sensitive information.
How do adware developers generate revenue?
The creators of adware generate revenue by promoting various products, websites, services, etc. One of the main sources of income is affiliate programs.
Will Combo Cleaner remove ManagerUpdater adware?
Yes, Combo Cleaner can remove adware and other unwanted software. Manual removal is sometimes insufficient because files or other components belonging to adware remain in the system even after the removal. Combo Cleaner eliminates adware without leaving its data in the operating system.
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