How to eliminate OperationValue adware from the operating system?

What is OperationValue?

OperationValue is an adware-type app with browser hijacker qualities. Since most users inadvertently download/install software products within these classifications, they are also considered to be PUAs (Potentially Unwanted Applications).

OperationValue adware in detail

Adware enables the placement of pop-ups, banners, coupons, surveys, and other intrusive ads - on any visited website and/or different interfaces. The ads delivered by this software diminish the browsing experience and pose a threat to device/user safety. Once clicked on, intrusive advertisements redirect to various untrustworthy/malicious sites, and some can download/install software (e.g., PUAs) without user permission.

Browser hijackers reassign browsers' default search engine, new tab/window, and homepage URLs - to fake web searcher addresses. Hence, web searches done via the URL bar and new tabs/windows opened - redirect to the promoted address.

Fake search engines typically cannot generate search results, so they redirect to Yahoo, Google, Bing, and other legitimate ones. Browser hijackers also use persistence-ensuring techniques - to stop users from recovering their browsers.

Furthermore, most PUAs (adware and browser hijackers included) monitor browsing activity (URLs visited, webpages viewed, search queries typed, etc.) and collect sensitive information extracted from it (IP addresses, personally identifiable details, etc.). The gathered data is then shared with and/or sold to third-parties.

To summarize, unwanted apps can cause system infections, serious privacy issues, financial losses, and even lead to identity theft.

Threat Summary:

Name	Ads by OperationValue
Threat Type	Adware, Mac malware, Mac virus
Detection Names	Avast (MacOS:AdAgent-AW [Adw]), Combo Cleaner (Adware.MAC.Generic.24126), ESET-NOD32 (A Variant Of OSX/Adware.Synataeb.G), Fortinet (Adware/Synataeb!OSX), 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.
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Adware in general

AboutExtended, OptimizationLaunch, and SampleCheck are a few examples of apps within the adware classification. They appear legitimate and offer various features, which are seldom operational.

In fact, this applies to nearly all PUAs. The sole goal of unwanted applications is to generate revenue for the developers; hence, functionality and user safety are irrelevant. Instead of delivering in any promises, PUAs usually have harmful abilities.

How did OperationValue install on my computer?

PUAs are spread using the "bundling" marketing tactic - packing regular software with unwanted/malicious additions. Rushed download/installation processes increase the risk of allowing bundled programs into the device. Intrusive advertisements are used to distribute PUAs as well. When clicked on, the ads can execute scripts to make downloads/installations without user consent. PUAs may also have "official" download pages.

How to avoid installation of potentially unwanted applications?

It is advised to research software and only download from official/verified sources. Untrustworthy download channels, e.g., unofficial and freeware websites, Peer-to-Peer sharing networks, etc. - often offer bundled and harmful content.

When downloading/installing, it is recommended to read terms, study possible options, use the "Custom/Advanced" settings, and opt-out from all additions. Intrusive adverts appear innocuous, yet they redirect to various questionable sites (e.g., gambling, pornography, adult-dating, etc.).

In case of encounters with such ads and/or redirects, the device must be inspected and all suspicious applications and browser extensions/plug-ins detected - immediately removed from it. If your computer is already infected with OperationValue, we recommend running a scan with Combo Cleaner Antivirus for macOS to automatically eliminate this adware.

Pop-up window displayed once OperationValue adware's installation is over:

OperationValue adware's installation folder:

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Quick menu:

• What is OperationValue?
• STEP 1. Remove OperationValue related files and folders from OSX.
• STEP 2. Remove OperationValue ads from Safari.
• STEP 3. Remove OperationValue adware from Google Chrome.
• STEP 4. Remove OperationValue ads from Mozilla Firefox.

Video showing how to remove OperationValue adware using Combo Cleaner:

OperationValue adware removal:

Remove OperationValue-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. Most apps of this type also have data tracking abilities, which makes them a threat to user privacy. Furthermore, adware-displayed ads often promote deceptive and malicious content (e.g., websites, apps, etc.) - that can cause other severe issues.

What does adware do?

Adware stands for advertising-supported software. It is designed to run intrusive advertisement campaigns, i.e., this software delivers various ads.

How do adware developers generate revenue?

Adware typically generates revenue through affiliate programs by promoting websites, applications, services, and other content. The developers of this software can get commission from ad clicks, site visits, file downloads, product purchases, service subscriptions, etc.

Will Combo Cleaner remove OperationValue adware?

Yes, Combo Cleaner is capable of scanning devices and eliminating adware-type apps. On the other hand, manual removal may not be perfect in all cases. Sometimes, despite the software itself being removed - various leftover files remain. Furthermore, these components might continue running and causing issues.

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