How to uninstall "Kiicvoq Apps" unwanted application

What kind of application is Kiicvoq Apps?

While investigating a rogue installation setup, our research team discovered a PUA (Potentially Unwanted Application) named "Kiicvoq Apps". This piece of software acts as a dropper for the Legion Loader malware. It also installs the fake "Save to Google Drive" browser extension. It is noteworthy that installers of this kind are often bundled with additional suspicious/harmful programs.

Kiicvoq Apps overview

Potentially Unwanted Applications (PUAs) typically have hazardous functionalities, the "Kiicvoq Apps" app is not an exception. This program acts as a dropper for (i.e., infiltrates into the system) Legion Loader. This malware's purpose is similar to that of Kiicvoq Apps; it loads (i.e., downloads/installs) additional malicious software onto devices.

Legion Loader has been observed infiltrating into systems various trojans, data stealers, ransomware, cryptocurrency miners, and malicious browser extensions. The known Google Chrome browser extensions functioned by collecting sensitive browsing data and email contents, and turning browsers into proxyware (i.e., making browsers into HTTP proxies in order to abuse Internet resources).

As mentioned in the introduction, Kiicvoq Apps also injected the fake "Save to Google Drive" browser extension into our testing system. This malicious extension has various functionalities. It could be used to modify browsers' appearance and behavior, display browser notifications, steal and alter clipboard content, and gather browsing-related data (e.g., histories, cookies, passwords, etc.).

To summarize, the presence of software like Kiicvoq Apps on devices can lead to multiple system infections, serious privacy issues, financial losses, and identity theft.

Threat Summary:

Name	"Kiicvoq Apps" potentially unwanted application
Threat Type	PUP (Potentially Unwanted Program), PUA (Potentially Unwanted Application), Dropper.
Detection Names (installer)	ESET-NOD32 (Win32/TrojanDropper.Agent.TAL), Full List Of Detections (VirusTotal)
Symptoms	A program that you do not recall installing suddenly appeared on your computer. Seeing advertisements not originating from the sites you are browsing. Intrusive pop-up ads. Rogue redirects. Decreased Internet browsing speed.
Distribution Methods	Deceptive pop-up ads, free software installers (bundling).
Related Domains	getpremiumapp[.]monster
Damage	Multiple system infections, monetary loss, privacy issues, slow computer performance.
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Potentially unwanted application examples

We have investigated numerous unwanted applications; Tiaoq App, Koaiw App, Utoaqk App, Kotalq App, Ervoql App, and Ciawu App are just some of our newest articles on ones acting as droppers for Legion Loader malware.

PUAs tend to have harmful capabilities; the most widespread include data tracking/stealing, displaying advertisements on various interfaces (adware), and changing browser settings to promote fake search engines (browser hijackers).

Unwanted software is often disguised as existing products or presented as legitimate tools. However, the promised features seldom work as advertised, and in most cases – they do not work at all.

How did potentially unwanted applications install on my computer?

We downloaded an installation setup containing Kiicvoq Apps from a rogue page – getpremiumapp[.]monster. PUAs are commonly endorsed on legitimate-looking promotional webpages and scam sites (using fake system infection, software update, and other lures).

These pages are primarily entered via redirects caused by websites utilizing rogue advertising networks, intrusive ads, spam browser notifications, misspelled URLs, and installed adware.

"Bundling" – pre-packing regular program installers with unwanted/malicious supplements – is also used in PUA distribution.

These setups can be downloaded from suspect sources like freeware and third-party websites, Peer-to-Peer sharing networks, etc. Rushed installations (e.g., ignored terms, skipped steps, used "Easy/Quick" settings, etc.) increase the risk of allowing bundled content into the system.

Intrusive advertisements proliferate unwanted software as well. When clicked on, some of the adverts can execute scripts to perform sneaky downloads/installations.

How to avoid installation of potentially unwanted applications?

We strongly advise researching software and downloading it only from official/verified channels. Installations must be treated with care by reading terms, studying available options, using the "Custom/Advanced" settings, and opting out of all additional apps, extensions, features, and so forth.

Another recommendation is to be vigilant while browsing since fake and malicious online content usually appears legitimate and innocuous. For example, intrusive ads may look harmless – however, they redirect users to unreliable and questionable sites (e.g., pornography, scam-promoting, gambling, etc.).

In case of continuous encounters with such advertisements/redirects, inspect the device and remove all suspicious applications and browser extensions/plug-ins. If your computer is already infected with PUAs, we recommend running a scan with Combo Cleaner Antivirus for Windows to automatically eliminate them.

Rogue website (getpremiumapp[.]monster) promoting Kiicvoq Apps application:

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Quick menu:

• What is Kiicvoq Apps?
• STEP 1. Uninstall deceptive applications using Control Panel.
• STEP 2. Remove rogue extensions from Google Chrome.
• STEP 3. Remove potentially unwanted plug-ins from Mozilla Firefox.
• STEP 4. Remove rogue extensions from Safari.
• STEP 5. Remove rogue plug-ins from Microsoft Edge.

Removal of potentially unwanted applications:

Windows 11 users:

Right-click on the Start icon, select Apps and Features. In the opened window search for the application you want to uninstall, after locating it, click on the three vertical dots and select Uninstall.

Windows 10 users:

Right-click in the lower left corner of the screen, in the Quick Access Menu select Control Panel. In the opened window choose Programs and Features.

Windows 7 users:

Click Start (Windows Logo at the bottom left corner of your desktop), choose Control Panel. Locate Programs and click Uninstall a program.

macOS (OSX) users:

Click Finder, in the opened screen select Applications. Drag the app from the Applications folder to the Trash (located in your Dock), then right click the Trash icon and select Empty Trash.

In the uninstall programs window, look for "Kiicvoq Apps" and other suspicious/recently-installed applications, select these entries and click "Uninstall" or "Remove".

After uninstalling the potentially unwanted application, scan your computer for any remaining unwanted components or possible malware infections. To scan your computer, use recommended malware removal software.

Remove rogue extensions from Internet browsers:

At time of research, Kiicvoq Apps installed the fake "Save to Google Drive" browser extension browser extension. Unwanted applications are often installed together with adware, browser hijackers, and other suspicious software. If you experience unwanted ads or redirects when browsing the Internet, continue with the removal guide below.

Video showing how to remove potentially unwanted browser add-ons:

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".

Optional method:

If you continue to have problems with removal of the "kiicvoq apps" potentially unwanted application, reset your Google Chrome browser settings. Click the Chrome menu icon  (at the top right corner of Google Chrome) and select Settings. Scroll down to the bottom of the screen. Click the Advanced… link.

After scrolling to the bottom of the screen, click the Reset (Restore settings to their original defaults) button.

In the opened window, confirm that you wish to reset Google Chrome settings to default by clicking the Reset button.

Remove malicious plugins from Mozilla Firefox:

Click the Firefox menu (at the top right corner of the main window), 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".

Optional method:

Computer users who have problems with "kiicvoq apps" potentially unwanted application removal can reset their Mozilla Firefox settings.

Open Mozilla Firefox, at the top right corner of the main window, click the Firefox menu, in the opened menu, click Help.

Select Troubleshooting Information.

In the opened window, click the Refresh Firefox button.

In the opened window, confirm that you wish to reset Mozilla Firefox settings to default by clicking the Refresh Firefox button.

Remove malicious extensions from Safari:

Make sure your Safari browser is active, click Safari menu, and select Preferences....

In the opened window click Extensions, locate any recently installed suspicious extension, select it and click Uninstall.

Optional method:

Make sure your Safari browser is active and click on Safari menu. From the drop down menu select Clear History and Website Data...

In the opened window select all history and click the Clear History button.

Remove malicious extensions from Microsoft Edge:

Click the Edge menu icon  (at the upper-right corner of Microsoft Edge), select "Extensions". Locate all recently-installed suspicious browser add-ons and click "Remove" below their names.

Optional method:

If you continue to have problems with removal of the "kiicvoq apps" potentially unwanted application, reset your Microsoft Edge browser settings. Click the Edge menu icon  (at the top right corner of Microsoft Edge) and select Settings.

In the opened settings menu select Reset settings.

Select Restore settings to their default values. In the opened window, confirm that you wish to reset Microsoft Edge settings to default by clicking the Reset button.

• If this did not help, follow these alternative instructions explaining how to reset the Microsoft Edge browser.

Summary:

Commonly, adware or potentially unwanted applications infiltrate Internet browsers through free software downloads. Note that the safest source for downloading free software is via developers' websites only. To avoid installation of adware, be very attentive when downloading and installing free software. When installing previously-downloaded free programs, choose the custom or advanced installation options – this step will reveal any potentially unwanted applications listed for installation together with your chosen free program.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the purpose of an unwanted application?

These applications are designed to generate revenue for their developers/publishers through nefarious means. For example, unwanted software may cause system infections, trick users into buying fake activation keys, endorse content (via ads, redirects, etc.), collect/sell sensitive information, and so forth.

Is Kiicvoq Apps unwanted application legal?

Due to the applications' EULAs (End User License Agreements) providing information concerning their functionalities – this software is usually considered legal.

Is having Kiicvoq Apps installed on my computer dangerous?

Kiicvoq Apps introduces Legion Loader malware into systems, which is designed to cause chain infections (e.g., trojans, ransomware, cryptominers, etc.). Hence, the presence of this unwanted application on devices can lead to multiple system infections, privacy issues, financial losses, and identity theft.

Will Combo Cleaner help me remove Kiicvoq Apps unwanted application?

Combo Cleaner is designed to detect and eliminate all kinds of threats, including unwanted/malicious applications. Note that manual removal (performed without security tools) might not be an ideal solution. Various file leftovers can remain hidden following manual removal, and they may continue running and causing issues. Keep in mind that performing a complete system scan is essential for detecting high-end malware, as it usually hides deep within systems.

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