Remove ExtendedProcesser from Mac PC

Proper guide to delete ExtendedProcesser

ExtendedProcesser is questionable webpage that functions as both adware and browser hijackers. However, in genuine it is potentially unwanted program that intrude inside without having users permission.  It operates as browser hijacker. This app operates by modifying certain browser settings in order to promote fake search engine and deliver various intrusive advertisements. Additionally, it tracks users browsing related information and steal their personal as well as sensitive information.

In most of the cases, apps like ExtendedProcesser are used to distribute deceptive adverts in form of banners, deals, coupons, pop-up ads and so on. Mistakenly, clicking on those ads redirect users to unreliable or potentially malicious pages or even executes scripts that can download and install PUAs. Besides this, such an app is designed to promote an address of illegitimate web searchers by making modification into browser settings such as default search engine, homepage and new tab.

This is fake search engine that does not generate its own results instead provides all queries result provided by Yahoo. In other words, it redirects users to other legitimate searching tool from the Yahoo web browser. Other worst of most PUAs is that it can collect sensitive information such as telephone numbers, credit card details, passwords and so on. Later, these information are used to steal identities, make fraudulent transactions or for other malicious purposes. Thus, for all these reasons ExtendedProcesser should not be downloaded or installed.

Distribution methods of ExtendedProcesser:

PUAs mostly infiltrate into computer through deceptive installer which are used to install Adobe Flash Player installer. Basically, such installers are used to distribute not only adware but also some malicious programs like ransomware, Trojan etc. Despite this, PUAs like ExtendedProcesser are distributed through software bundling method which is included them in download or installation setups of others mainly free programs. What’s worse, developer behind this hide information about additional apps behind custom/Advanced options as well as other similar settings. When users rush the installation procedures often lead the inadvertent installation of unwanted apps. Other common way is through intrusive advertisements that cause PUPs infection by executing malicious scripts.

Remove ExtendedProcesser

Manual malware removal threat might be lengthy and complicated as it requires lots of expertise knowledge to perform virus removal process. So, we highly suggest our users to use some reliable antivirus removal tool that has the capability to remove ExtendedProcesser and all infiltrated adware immediately from the system to keep them safe and secured from further malware attack.

Short description

Name: ExtendedProcesser

Type: Adware, PUP, Mac malware, Mac virus

Short Description: Each browser application on your computer could get affected. The hijacker can redirect you and will display lots of advertisements.

Symptoms: deliver unwanted pop-up ads, redirect to dubious websites, Mac speed become slower than normal.

Distribution Method: Freeware Installations, Bundled Packages, harmful hyperlinks, porn or torrent sites, deceptive pop-up ads and many more.

Damage: slow down computer performance, loss of private information, redirect to unreliable websites and so on.

Removal: Use reliable antivirus removal tool that can remove ExtendedProcesser completely from the system.

Remove Files and Folders Related to ExtendedProcesser

Open the “Menu” bar and click the “Finder” icon. Select “Go” and click on “Go to Folder…”

Step 1: Search the suspicious and doubtful malware generated files in /Library/LaunchAgents folder

Type /Library/LaunchAgents in the “Go to Folder” option

In the “Launch Agent” folder, search for all the files that you have recently downloaded and move them to “Trash”. Few of the examples of files created by browser-hijacker or adware are as follow, “myppes.download.plist”, “mykotlerino.Itvbit.plist”, installmac.AppRemoval.plist”, and “kuklorest.update.plist” and so on.

Step 2: Detect and remove the files generated by the adware in “/Library/Application” Support folder

In the “Go to Folder..bar”, type “/Library/Application Support”

Search for any suspicious newly added folders in “Application Support” folder. If you detect any one of these like “NicePlayer” or “MPlayerX” then send them to “Trash” folder.

Step 3: Look for the files generated by malware in /Library/LaunchAgent Folder:

Go to Folder bar and type /Library/LaunchAgents

You are in the “LaunchAgents” folder. Here, you have to search for all the newly added files and move them to “Trash” if you find them suspicious. Some of the examples of suspicious files generated by malware are “myppes.download.plist”, “installmac.AppRemoved.plist”, “kuklorest.update.plist”, “mykotlerino.ltvbit.plist” and so on.

Step4: Go to /Library/LaunchDaemons Folder and search for the files created by malware

Type /Library/LaunchDaemons in the “Go To Folder” option

In the newly opened “LaunchDaemons” folder, search for any recently added suspicious files and move them to “Trash”. Examples of some of the suspicious files are “com.kuklorest.net-preferences.plist”, “com.avickUpd.plist”, “com.myppes.net-preference.plist”, “com.aoudad.net-preferences.plist” and so on.

Step 5: Use Combo Cleaner Anti-Malware and Scan your Mac PC

The malware infections could be removed from the Mac PC if you execute all the steps mentioned above in the correct way. However, it is always advised to be sure that your PC is not infected. It is suggested to scan the work-station with “Combo Cleaner Anti-virus”.

Once the file gets downloaded, double click on combocleaner.dmg installer in the newly opened window. Next is to open the “Launchpad” and press on “Combo Cleaner” icon. It is advised to wait until “Combo Cleaner” updates the latest definition for malware detection. Click on “Start Combo Scan” button.

A depth scan of your Mac PC will be executed in order to detect malware. If the Anti-virus scan report says “no threat found” then you can continue with guide further. On the other hand, it is recommended to delete the detected malware infection before continuing.

Now the files and folders created by the adware is removed, you have to remove the rogue extensions from the browsers.

Remove ExtendedProcesser from Internet Browsers

Delete Doubtful and Malicious Extension from Safari

Go to “Menu Bar” and open “Safari” browser. Select “Safari” and then “Preferences”

In the opened “preferences” window, select “Extensions” that you have recently installed. All such extensions should be detected and click the “Uninstall” button next to it. If you are doubtful then you can remove all the extensions from “Safari” browser as none of them are important for smooth functionality of the browser.

In case if you continue facing unwanted webpage redirections or aggressive advertisements bombarding, you can reset the “Safari” browser.

“Reset Safari”

Open the Safari menu and choose “preferences…” from the drop-down menu.

Go to the “Extension” tab and set the extension slider to “Off” position. This disables all the installed extensions in the Safari browser

Next step is to check the homepage. Go to “Preferences…” option and choose “General” tab. Change the homepage to your preferred URL.

Also check the default search-engine provider settings. Go to “Preferences…” window and select the “Search” tab and select the search-engine provider that you want such as “Google”.

Next is to clear the Safari browser Cache- Go to “Preferences…” window and select “Advanced” tab and click on “Show develop menu in the menu bar.“

Go to “Develop” menu and select “Empty Caches”.

Remove website data and browsing history. Go to “Safari” menu and select “Clear History and Website Data”. Choose “all history” and then click on “Clear History”.

Remove Unwanted and Malicious Plug-ins from Mozilla Firefox

Delete ExtendedProcesser add-ons from Mozilla Firefox

Open the Firefox Mozilla browser. Click on the “Open Menu” present in the top right corner of the screen. From the newly opened menu, choose “Add-ons”.

Go to “Extension” option and detect all the latest installed add-ons. Select each of the suspicious add-ons and click on “Remove” button next to them.

In case if you want to “reset” the Mozilla Firefox browser then follow the steps that has been mentioned below.

Reset Mozilla Firefox Settings

Open the Firefox Mozilla browser and click on “Firefox” button situated at the top left corner of the screen.

In the new menu, go to “Help” sub-menu and choose “Troubleshooting Information”

In the “Troubleshooting Information” page, click on “Reset Firefox” button.

Confirm that you want to reset the Mozilla Firefox settings to default by pressing on “Reset Firefox” option

The browser will get restarted and the settings changes to factory default

Delete Unwanted and Malicious Extensions from Google Chrome

Open the chrome browser and click on “Chrome menu”. From the drop down option, choose “More Tools” and then “Extensions”.

In the “Extensions” option, search for all the recently installed add-ons and extensions. Select them and choose “Trash” button. Any third-party extension is not important for the smooth functionality of the browser.

Reset Google Chrome Settings

Open the browser and click on three line bar at the top right side corner of the window.

Go to the bottom of the newly opened window and select “Show advanced settings”.

In the newly opened window, scroll down to the bottom and choose “Reset browser settings”

Click on the “Reset” button on the opened “Reset browser settings” window

Restart the browser and the changes you get will be applied

The above mentioned manual process should be executed as it is mentioned. It is a cumbersome process and requires a lot of technical expertise. And hence it is advised for technical experts only. To be sure that your PC is free from malware, it is better that you scan the work-station with a powerful anti-malware tool. The automatic malware removal application is preferred because it doesn’t requires any additional technical skills and expertise.

Download the application and execute it on the PC to begin the depth scanning. Once the scanning gets completed, it shows the list of all the files related to ExtendedProcesser. You can select such harmful files and folders and remove them immediately.