How to remove ResultsDisplay adware from the operating system
Written by Tomas Meskauskas on
What kind of application is ResultsDisplay?
ResultsDisplay is a rogue application we discovered while investigating new submissions to the VirusTotal website. Our analysis of this app revealed that it is adware. ResultsDisplay is part of the AdLoad malware family.
ResultsDisplay adware overview
Adware stands for advertising-supported software. It is designed to feed users with advertisements. This third-party graphical content can be displayed on visited websites and/or other interfaces.
The ads endorse various scams, unreliable/harmful software, and even malware. Some intrusive adverts can execute scripts to perform stealthy downloads/installations upon being clicked.
Note that any legitimate products or services encountered through these advertisements are unlikely to be promoted by their developers or other official parties. It is most probable that this promotion is undertaken by scammers who abuse the content's affiliate programs in order to obtain illegitimate commissions.
Specific conditions, such as a compatible browser/system or user geolocation, visits to particular sites, and others – may be necessary for adware to run intrusive ad campaigns. Regardless of whether ResultsDisplay displays adverts – its presence on a system remains a threat.
AdLoad apps often have browser-hijacking functionalities, although ResultsDisplay did not exhibit any during testing. Additionally, this rogue application likely has data-tracking functionalities.
Information of interest may include: browsing and search engine histories, Internet cookies, usernames/passwords, personally identifiable details, finance-related data, and so on. The collected information can be sold to third-parties or otherwise abused for profit.
To summarize, the presence of advertising-supported software like ResultsDisplay on devices can lead to system infections, serious privacy issues, financial losses, and even identity theft.
| Name | Ads by ResultsDisplay |
| Threat Type | Adware, Mac malware, Mac virus |
| Detection Names | Avast (MacOS:Adload-AD [Trj]), Combo Cleaner (Gen:Variant.Adware.MAC.Adload.14), ESET-NOD32 (A Variant Of OSX/TrojanDownloader.Adl), Kaspersky (Not-a-virus:HEUR:AdWare.OSX.Cimpli.l), 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), 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 inspected countless adware-type applications; ActiveProtocol, WebEnumerator, and AnalyzerMachine are just a few examples.
Advertising-supported software typically appears legitimate and ordinary. Fake functionalities are usually employed to lure users into downloading/installing this software. Keep in mind that even if an app or a browser extension operates as promised – that is not definitive proof of either legitimacy or safety.
How did ResultsDisplay install on my computer?
Adware can be bundled with regular programs. The risk of unintentionally allowing bundled content into the system is increased by downloading from dubious channels (e.g., freeware and third-party sites, Peer-to-Peer sharing networks, etc.) and by approaching installation processes with negligence (e.g., ignoring terms, using "Easy/Quick" settings, etc.).
Additionally, adware can have "official" promotional pages, and it is endorsed on scam websites. Users primarily access these webpages via redirects caused by sites using rogue advertising networks, spam browser notifications, intrusive adverts, mistyped URLs, or installed adware (with browser force-opening abilities).
Intrusive advertisements also spread advertising-supported software. When clicked on, some of these ads can execute scripts to perform downloads/installations without user permission.
How to avoid installation of adware?
We strongly recommend researching software prior to downloading or purchasing it. Installation processes must be approached with care, e.g., by reading terms, exploring available options, using the "Custom" or "Advanced" settings, and opting out of all supplementary apps, extensions, features, etc.
We advise being cautious while browsing since fake and dangerous online content usually appears legitimate and innocuous. For example, intrusive advertisements may look harmless – however, they redirect to highly questionable websites (e.g., scam-promoting, pornography, gambling, adult dating, etc.).
In case of continuous encounters with adverts and/or redirects of this type, check the device and immediately remove all suspicious applications and browser extensions/plug-ins. If your computer is already infected with ResultsDisplay, we recommend running a scan with Combo Cleaner Antivirus for macOS to automatically eliminate this adware.
Pop-up window displayed once ResultsDisplay adware's installation is over:
ResultsDisplay adware's installation folder:
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Quick menu:
- What is ResultsDisplay?
- STEP 1. Remove ResultsDisplay related files and folders from OSX.
- STEP 2. Remove ResultsDisplay ads from Safari.
- STEP 3. Remove ResultsDisplay adware from Google Chrome.
- STEP 4. Remove ResultsDisplay ads from Mozilla Firefox.
Video showing how to remove ResultsDisplay adware using Combo Cleaner:
ResultsDisplay adware removal:
Remove ResultsDisplay-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-displayed ads can promote content capable of causing severe issues, such as system infections, financial losses, etc. The presence of this software on a device can decrease browsing quality and system performance. Additionally, adware tends to have data-tracking functionalities – therefore, it is classified as a privacy threat.
What does adware do?
Adware stands for advertising-supported software. Its primary function is to display advertisements on various interfaces. Some types can also generate redirects and collect private data.
How do adware developers generate revenue?
Most of the profit is made through affiliate programs by endorsing various websites, applications, browser extensions, products, services, and so on.
Will Combo Cleaner remove ResultsDisplay adware?
Yes, Combo Cleaner can scan systems and eliminate installed adware-type apps. Note that manual removal (unaided by security tools) might be ineffective. In some instances, even after the adware has been manually removed – file leftovers remain hidden within the system. What is more, the remaining components may continue to run and cause problems. Therefore, advertising-supported software must be removed thoroughly.
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