Removal instructions for the ClientPartition adware-type app
Written by Tomas Meskauskas on
What kind of application is ClientPartition?
While reviewing new submissions to the VirusTotal platform, our researchers discovered the ClientPartition application. After investigating it, we learned that it is adware belonging to the AdLoad malware family. Advertising-supported software is designed to run intrusive advertisement campaigns.
ClientPartition adware overview
Typically, adware displays ads on various interfaces, such as visited websites, desktops, and other interfaces. This third-party graphical content endorses online scams, untrustworthy/dangerous software, and even malware. Once clicked on, some of the advertisements can execute scripts to perform sneaky downloads/installations.
Note that any legitimate products or services encountered via these adverts are most likely promoted by scammers who abuse their affiliate programs to obtain illegitimate commissions.
Advertising-supported software might need certain conditions to operate as intended (e.g., compatible browser/system or user geolocation, visits to specific sites, etc.). However, even if ClientPartition does not display ads – it remains a threat to device/user safety.
Furthermore, adware that is part of the AdLoad malware family often has browser-hijacking abilities. Yet, we did not observe these qualities while testing the ClientPartition application.
What is more, ClientPartition might be capable of collecting sensitive information, as data-tracking functionalities are standard for adware.
Targeted data may include: visited URLs, viewed pages, searched queries, Internet cookies, usernames/passwords, personally identifiable details, credit card numbers, and so on. The gathered information can then be shared with or sold to third-parties.
To summarize, the presence of software like ClientPartition on devices can lead to system infections, severe privacy issues, financial losses, and identity theft.
| Name | Ads by ClientPartition |
| 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 the 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 investigated numerous adware-type applications; RecordManager, ElementaryLaunch, RotatorService, and FrequencyIndexer are merely some of our latest articles.
Software within this classification usually appears legitimate and innocuous. However, these functions seldom work as promised, and in most cases – they do not work at all. It must be stressed that even if an app or a browser extension operates as advertised – that is not a guarantee of legitimacy or safety.
How did ClientPartition install on my computer?
Adware can be bundled (packed together) with regular programs. The threat of inadvertently permitting bundled content into the system is increased by downloading from dubious sources (e.g., freeware and free file-hosting sites, P2P sharing networks, etc.) and by rushing through installations (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 them via redirects caused by sites that employ rogue advertising networks, intrusive ads, spam browser notifications, or installed adware (with browser force-opening abilities).
Intrusive adverts proliferate advertising-supported software as well. When clicked on, some of the advertisements can execute scripts to perform downloads/installations without user permission.
How to avoid installation of adware?
We strongly recommend researching software and downloading it only from official/verified channels. When installing, it is important to read terms, study possible options, use the "Custom" or "Advanced" settings, and opt out of all supplementary apps, extensions, tools, etc.
Another recommendation is to be vigilant when browsing since fake and dangerous online content usually appears legitimate and harmless. For example, intrusive advertisements look innocuous yet redirect to unreliable/questionable websites (e.g., scam-promoting, gambling, adult dating, etc.).
Should you keep encountering ads/redirects of this kind, check the system and immediately remove all suspicious applications and browser extensions/plug-ins. If your computer is already infected with ClientPartition, we recommend running a scan with Combo Cleaner Antivirus for macOS to automatically eliminate this adware.
Pop-up window displayed once ClientPartition adware's installation is over:
ClientPartition adware's installation folder:
Instant automatic Mac malware removal:
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Quick menu:
- What is ClientPartition?
- STEP 1. Remove ClientPartition related files and folders from OSX.
- STEP 2. Remove ClientPartition ads from Safari.
- STEP 3. Remove ClientPartition adware from Google Chrome.
- STEP 4. Remove ClientPartition ads from Mozilla Firefox.
Video showing how to remove adware and browser hijackers from a Mac computer:
ClientPartition adware removal:
Remove ClientPartition-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 decrease browsing quality and system performance. It displays ads promoting content that can cause severe issues (e.g., system infections, financial losses, etc.). Furthermore, advertising-supported software typically has data-tracking functionalities – hence, it is considered to be a privacy threat.
What does adware do?
Adware usually functions by displaying advertisements on visited websites or other interfaces. Some types are also capable of force-opening sites and gathering private information.
How do adware developers generate revenue?
Adware generates revenue through content promotion (e.g., websites, software, products, services, etc.). The developers may earn commissions from ad clicks, file downloads, product purchases, service subscriptions, or similar. Most of the profit is made through affiliate programs.
Will Combo Cleaner remove ClientPartition adware?
Combo Cleaner can scan systems and eliminate installed adware-type applications. Keep in mind that manual removal (performed without security tools) might not be an ideal solution. In some instances, after the adware has been manually removed – various leftovers (files) stay hidden within the system. The remaining components can continue to run and cause issues. Therefore, it is essential to eliminate advertising-supported software thoroughly.
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