How to eliminate AnalyzerProgram adware from your Mac
Written by Tomas Meskauskas on
What kind of application is AnalyzerProgram?
Our research team discovered AnalyzerProgram while investigating submissions to the VirusTotal website. Upon inspection, we learned that this application is advertising-supported software (adware) that belongs to the AdLoad malware family. AnalyzerProgram is designed to deliver intrusive advertisement campaigns and may have other harmful abilities.
AnalyzerProgram adware overview
Adware operates by displaying ads on various interfaces, such as visited websites, desktops, or others. These advertisements primarily promote online scams, unreliable/hazardous software, and even malware. When clicked on, some of the adverts can execute scripts to perform downloads/installations without user permission.
Note that any genuine content encountered through these ads is most likely endorsed by scammers who abuse its affiliate programs in order to obtain illegitimate commissions.
Advertising-supported software may need certain conditions to run intrusive advert campaigns (e.g., compatible browser/system or user geolocation, visits to specific sites, etc.). However, even if AnalyzerProgram does not display advertisements – it remains a threat to device/user safety.
During our analysis, the AnalyzerProgram application did not exhibit browser-hijacking functionalities – although they are common for AdLoad adware.
Software within this classification usually gathers private information, and this might apply to AnalyzerProgram. Targeted data may include: URLs visited, webpages viewed, search queries typed, Internet cookies, usernames/passwords, personally identifiable details, finance-related information, and so forth. The gathered data can be sold to third-parties or otherwise abused for profit.
To summarize, advertising-supported software like AnalyzerProgram may cause system infections, severe privacy issues, financial losses, and identity theft.
| Name | Ads by AnalyzerProgram |
| Threat Type | Adware, Mac malware, Mac virus |
| Detection Names | Avast (MacOS:AdAgent-L [Adw]), Combo Cleaner (Gen:Variant.Adware.MAC.Adload.29), 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), 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
CampaignConclusion, TrustedCompress, and ChannelRecord are merely a couple examples of adware we have examined recently. Software within this category rarely appears illegitimate or otherwise suspicious; it tends to look ordinary and harmless.
Users may be lured into downloading/installing adware by promises of various functionalities. However, these functions seldom work as advertised, and in most cases – they do not work at all. It must be mentioned that operational features do not prove a software's legitimacy or safety.
How did AnalyzerProgram install on my computer?
Adware can be bundled (packed together) with regular programs. The risk of allowing bundled content into the system is increased by downloading from untrustworthy sources (e.g., freeware and free file-hosting websites, Peer-to-Peer sharing networks, etc.) and by rushing through installation processes (e.g., skipping steps and sections, using "Quick/Easy" settings, etc.).
Additionally, adware is promoted on legitimate-looking download pages and scam websites. Most visitors enter these webpages via redirects caused by sites utilizing rogue advertising networks, mistyped URLs, intrusive ads, spam browser notifications, or installed adware (with browser force-opening capabilities).
Furthermore, some intrusive advertisements can execute scripts to perform stealthy downloads/installations upon being clicked. These adverts are used to proliferate advertising-supported software as well.
How to avoid installation of adware?
It is important to always research software prior to downloading or purchasing it. We recommend downloading only from official and verified channels. When installing, it is essential to read terms, explore possible options, use the "Custom/Advanced" settings, and opt out of all supplementary apps, extensions, etc.
Another recommendation is to be vigilant while browsing since fraudulent and malicious online content typically appears legitimate and harmless. For example, intrusive ads may look innocuous – however, they redirect to highly questionable websites (e.g., scam-promoting, pornography, gambling, adult dating, etc.).
If you keep encountering advertisements and/or redirects of this kind, inspect the system and immediately remove all dubious applications and browser extensions/plug-ins. If your computer is already infected with AnalyzerProgram, we recommend running a scan with Combo Cleaner Antivirus for macOS to automatically eliminate this adware.
Pop-up window displayed once AnalyzerProgram adware's installation is over:
AnalyzerProgram adware's installation folder:
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Quick menu:
- What is AnalyzerProgram?
- STEP 1. Remove AnalyzerProgram related files and folders from OSX.
- STEP 2. Remove AnalyzerProgram ads from Safari.
- STEP 3. Remove AnalyzerProgram adware from Google Chrome.
- STEP 4. Remove AnalyzerProgram ads from Mozilla Firefox.
Video showing how to remove adware and browser hijackers from a Mac computer:
AnalyzerProgram adware removal:
Remove AnalyzerProgram-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 diminish the browsing experience and system performance. It delivers adverts that endorse content capable of causing severe issues (e.g., system infections, financial losses, etc.). Furthermore, this software typically has data-tracking abilities – hence, it is considered to be a threat to user privacy.
What does adware do?
Adware stands for advertising-supported software. It operates by displaying ads on various interfaces, and some types are also capable of force-opening webpages and collecting private data.
How do adware developers generate revenue?
Adware generates revenue through content promotion. The developers may earn commissions from ad clicks, website visits, file downloads, product purchases, service subscriptions, or similar. Most of the profit comes from affiliate programs.
Will Combo Cleaner remove AnalyzerProgram adware?
Yes, Combo Cleaner will scan your computer and eliminate all adware-type applications installed. It must be mentioned that manual removal (performed without security tools) might be ineffective. In some instances, various components (files) stay hidden within the system after the software has been manually removed. What is more, these remnants might continue to run and cause issues. Therefore, it is essential to eliminate adware thoroughly.
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