How to eliminate ChannelParameter adware and the ads it displays?

What is ChannelParameter?

ChannelParameter is an adware-type app with browser hijacker traits. It is also classified as a PUA (Potentially Unwanted Application) due to the questionable methods used to distribute it.

ChannelParameter adware overview

Adware enables the placement of pop-ups, surveys, coupons, and other intrusive adverts on any visited website and/or different interfaces. The ads affect the browsing experience by overlaying webpage content and slowing down the browsing speed; they also endanger device and user safety.

Intrusive advertisements endorse untrustworthy, scam, and even malicious sites. What is more, some intrusive ads can download/install software (e.g., PUAs) without user permission - when they are clicked on.

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

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

Adware and browser hijackers usually have track data abilities. Information of interest includes: URLs visited, pages viewed, search queries typed, IP addresses, personally identifiable details, etc. The gathered data is then shared with and/or sold to third-parties.

In summary, the presence of unwanted applications on devices can lead to system infections, severe privacy issues, financial losses, and even identity theft.

Threat Summary:

Name	Ads by ChannelParameter
Threat Type	Adware, Mac malware, Mac virus
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

EdgeAdvanced, SearchMaster, and BoostResource are a few examples of apps within the adware classification. They appear legitimate and offer "handy" features, which are typically nonoperational. In fact, functionality and user safety are irrelevant for most PUAs. The sole purpose of unwanted apps is to generate profit at user expense.

How did ChannelParameter install on my computer?

PUAs are spread using the "bundling" tactic - packing regular programs with unwanted/malicious supplements. By rushing through download/installation processes - users risk allowing bundled content into their devices. Intrusive advertisements proliferate PUAs as well. Once 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 channels. Dubious sources, e.g., unofficial and free file-hosting sites, Peer-to-Peer sharing networks, etc. - often offer bundled content.

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

Should users encounter such ads and/or redirects, they must check their devices and immediately remove all suspicious applications and browser extensions/plug-ins detected. If your computer is already infected with ChannelParameter, we recommend running a scan with Combo Cleaner Antivirus for macOS to automatically eliminate this adware.

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

ChannelParameter adware's installation folder:

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Quick menu:

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

Video showing how to remove ChannelParameter adware using Combo Cleaner:

ChannelParameter adware removal:

Remove ChannelParameter-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 system performance and diminish the browsing experience. This software usually has data tracking abilities that make it a threat to user privacy. What is more, adware-displayed adverts can be deceptive/malicious and cause other severe issues.

What does adware do?

Advertising-supported software or adware - operates by running intrusive advertisement campaigns. In simple terms, this software displays various ads on any visited website and/or different interfaces.

How do adware developers generate revenue?

Most of the revenue generated by adware is through affiliate programs by promoting sites, applications, products, services, and similar. The developers of this software may get commission from ad clicks, website visits, file downloads, product purchases, service subscriptions, and so forth.

Will Combo Cleaner remove ChannelParameter adware?

Yes, Combo Cleaner will scan your device and eliminate adware-type applications present. It is noteworthy that manual removal might not be thorough enough to eliminate adware in its entirety. In some cases, even after the software itself is (manually) deleted - various remnants (files) stay hidden within the system. Furthermore, these components might continue running and causing issues.

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