SimoleProjectSearch popup
I keep getting a pop up requesting access for 'Simpleprojectsearch' - I click deny. However, it keeps coming back.
Would like to know: What is it? and what I need to do about it?
MacBook Air 11″, macOS 10.15
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It is adware.
1. Remove adware installed on your Mac..
Run the latest release of Malwarebytes for Mac to remove malware/adware, if installed on your Mac.
For instructions: Install Malwarebytes for Mac v4 Uninstall Malwarebytes for Mac
Click the “FREE DOWNLOAD” button.
Click the “Scan ” button. Once done, quit Malwarebytes for Mac.
Restart the computer and relaunch Safari holding the shift key down.
Scan for Malware again.
Additional steps if necessary.
2. Reset search engine: https://support.apple.com/guide/safari/customize-your-search-ibrwe75c2a3c/mac
3. Reset Homepage. https://support.apple.com/guide/safari/set-your-homepage-ibrw1020/mac
4. Remove unknown extensions: Safari > Preferences > Extensions
https://support.apple.com/guide/safari/use-safari-extensions-sfri32508/mac
More info:
https://support.apple.com/en-my/guide/mac-help/mh43185/11.0/mac/11.0