Accidentally downloaded the fake adobe flash player update - adobe_flash. I "skipped" everything other than the original update, but now I have Yahoo as my main search engine, which tipped me off that I did something "wrong". How do I find it and rid of it?
MacBook Air, OS X Yosemite (10.10)
Had pretty much the same thing happen, only for me it was is a browser called "Chumsearch" and a sudden presence of a program called "MegaBackup" that is now popping up windows saying a "system scan is recommended" etc. Here's my screenshot from the Step 1. Help!!
Hi there,
I accidentally downloaded the adobe flash player update online and it has changed my home screen and all other person safari setting, I have attached the snap shot of the safari showing the installation of the ''chumsearch'' browser. Not sure if I should try to uninstall it??. Help pls!!
Here are all my screenshots. However I already uninstalled the extensions since posting this. Please help, I'm not sure what to do at this point. My safari and Chrome are different since this accidental download/install.
1. Use MalwareBytes for Mac to remove malware/adware installed on your Mac.
Install guide: https://support.malwarebytes.com/docs/DOC-1817
Uninstall Guide: https://support.malwarebytes.com/docs/DOC-1190
The installer may ask you to allow it in Security & Privacy /System Preference. Allow it.
2. Disable all extensions and test.
Turnoff or uninstall extensions.
Section: Manage extensions: https://support.apple.com/guide/safari/use-safari-extensions-sfri32508/mac
3. Choose a search engine.
Delete all text in the Smart Search field, click the magnifying glass , then choose a search engine from the list.
https://support.apple.com/guide/safari/customize-your-search-ibrwe75c2a3c/mac
4. Set your Home Page. https://support.apple.com/guide/safari/set-your-homepage-ibrw1020/mac
5. Restart your Mac.
6. Launch Safari holding the Shift key down.
I have the same problem with different symptoms. When I open a window in Safari, Chrome or any other browser, a separate window opens as well with advertisement or a virus alert. Sometimes I can't even close it and have to relaunch the browser to get rid of it. Its been months and I'm tired.
In the forums I visited they suggest to update Mac Os. I don't want to do this because I'm afraid this will slower my mac. I hope there is an alternative solution.
Thank you.
Hi,
I had the same problem for months8 finally I found an easy solution at those two youtube tutorials:
How To Remove Unwanted Adware And Pop-Up Ad Graphics On Your Mac - YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lzciAQrY26A
If it doesn't work, try other tutorials from youtube. Its easy. You just need to find the correct files to deletes from your Library folder.
Good luck!
Alaa
This is a two years old thread.
It is better to start a new Q&A session.
"chumsearch" is a known malware.
1. Use Malwarebytes Anti-Malware for Mac to remove adware/malware.
https://www.malwarebytes.org/antimalware/mac/
Download, install , open, and run it by clicking “Scan” button to remove adware.
Once done, quit Malwarebytes Anti-Malware.
Installer guide: https://support.malwarebytes.com/docs/DOC-1817
The installer may ask you to allow it in System Preferences > Security & Privacy. Allow it.
Keep the Uninstaller to remove the application whenever you decide to remove it.
2. Uninstall the chumsearch extension.
Safari > Preferences > Extensions
To uninstall any extension, select it and click the “Uninstall” button.
3. Safari > Preferences > Search > Search engine:
Select your preferred search engine.
4. Visit the site you want it to be the Home page
Safari > Preferences > General > Homepage
Click the button “Set to Current Page” button.
5. Restart your Mac.
Use Malwarebytes for Mac to remove malware.
https://www.malwarebytes.org/antimalware/mac/
Download, install , open, and run it by clicking “Scan” button to remove adware.
Once done, quit Malwarebytes Anti-Malware for Mac.
Install guide: https://support.malwarebytes.com/docs/DOC-1817
Uninstall Guide: https://support.malwarebytes.com/docs/DOC-1190
The installer may ask you to allow it in Security & Privacy /System Preference. Allow it.
Reselect your search engine, reset homepage, disable all extensions and test.
Restart your Mac.
And my extensions screenshot...
Linc Davis - Step 1
Here are all the screenshots you requested. Please advise what to do next, as I installed the fake Flash player by accident.
Thanks
Mark
Fake adobe flash player download
