Removing MultiDetail adware from the operating system

What is MultiDetail?

MultiDetail is a rogue application that our research team discovered while inspecting new submissions to VirusTotal. After analyzing this piece of software, we determined that it is an adware belonging to the AdLoad malware family.

MultiDetail adware overview

Whether adware delivers intrusive advertisement campaigns may depend on certain factors, e.g., compatible browser/device specs, visits to particular websites, etc. However, regardless of whether this software displays ads or not - its presence on a system endangers device integrity and user safety.

Following successful installation onto our test system, MultiDetail began delivering advertisements. Adverts of this type promote a wide variety of unreliable/harmful websites and software, online scams, and even malware. Some intrusive ads can even be triggered (by being clicked) to stealthily download/install software.

It is pertinent to mention that while reputable developers are exceedingly unlikely to use this advertising method, their products may still be encountered through these advertisements. This promotion is typically undertaken by scammers who abuse affiliate programs to acquire illegitimate commissions.

While MultiDetail did not display any browser hijacker qualities during testing, it may have them as they are common to AdLoad adware.

Furthermore, advertising-supported software usually collects private data, and this may apply to MultiDetail. Information of interest includes - browsing activity, personally identifiable details, usernames/passwords, finance-related data, and so on. The gathered data is then shared with and/or sold to third-parties.

In summary, the presence of MultiDetail or similar software on devices - can result in system infections, serious privacy issues, financial losses, and identity theft.

Threat Summary:

Name	Ads by MultiDetail
Threat Type	Adware, Mac malware, Mac virus
Detection Names	Avast (MacOS:Adload-AB [Trj]), Combo Cleaner (Gen:Variant.Adware.MAC.Adload.5), 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), 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 examples

ProcessRate, FlowSurplus, and ElementryCheck are just a few examples of the adware samples we have analyzed most recently. This software typically appears legitimate and offers "useful" and "advantageous" functionalities, which are rarely operational.

How did MultiDetail install on my computer?

Adware is distributed using various deceptive and questionable techniques. It can be bundled with ordinary programs. Download from untrustworthy channels (e.g., unofficial and freeware websites, Peer-to-Peer sharing networks, etc.) and rushed installations - increase the risk of allowing bundled content into the system.

Intrusive adverts are also used to proliferate advertising-supported software. Once clicked on, some of these ads can execute scripts to make downloads/installations without user permission.

Additionally, adware may have "official" promotional pages or be promoted on misleading download sites. Most users access such webpages through mistyped URLs or redirects caused by spam browser notifications, intrusive advertisements, sites that use rogue advertising networks, or installed adware (with browser force-opening capabilities).

How to avoid installation of adware?

We strongly recommend researching software and downloading it from official/verified sources. When installing, we advise reading terms, studying possible options, using the "Custom" or "Advanced" settings, and opting-out of all supplements.

Another recommendation is to be vigilant when browsing - since illegitimate and malicious content tends to look harmless. For example, intrusive ads appear innocuous - however, they redirect to unreliable and questionable webpages (e.g., pornography, adult-dating, gambling, etc.).

If you encounter such adverts/redirects, inspect the device and immediately remove all dubious applications and browser extensions/plug-ins. If your computer is already infected with MultiDetail, we recommend running a scan with Combo Cleaner Antivirus for macOS to automatically eliminate this adware.

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

MultiDetail adware's installation folder:

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Quick menu:

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

Video showing how to remove MultiDetail adware using Combo Cleaner:

MultiDetail adware removal:

Remove MultiDetail-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 decrease system performance. This software typically has data tracking abilities, thereby making it a privacy threat. Adware-displayed advertisements can be deceptive/malicious and cause severe problems (e.g., system infections, financial losses, etc.).

What does adware do?

Adware stands for advertising-supported software. It operates by enabling the placement of third-party graphical content (i.e., ads) on visited websites and/or different interfaces.

How do adware developers generate revenue?

Adware developers profit primarily via affiliate programs by endorsing various sites, products, software, services, and similar.

Will Combo Cleaner remove MultiDetail adware?

Yes, Combo Cleaner is designed to scan systems and eliminate detected threats, including adware-type applications. On the other hand, manual removal (unaided by security software) might not be an ideal solution. Despite the adware itself being (manually) removed - in some cases - various file leftovers remain hidden in the system. Furthermore, such components may continue running and causing issues. Hence, it is crucial to remove adware thoroughly.

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