How to remove apps that open the 'Your Flash Player Is Out Of Date' scam from Mac computers

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What is 'Your Flash Player Is Out Of Date'?

This untrusted website tricks visitors into downloading and using a fake Adobe Flash Player installer, which installs a potentially unwanted application (PUA). Typically, these fake installers install browser hijackers or adware, however, they might also infiltrate Trojans, ransomware or other malicious software. In any case, such rogue websites never download the official Adobe Flash Player installer. They can never be trusted. Note that people do not often visit these deceptive websites intentionally - typically, they are opened PUAs already installed on browsers and/or operating systems.

This website claims that the installed version of Adobe Flash Player is out of date and encourages visitors to download and install the 'latest version'. In fact, it downloads a file named 'AdobeFlashPlayerInstaller.dmg', which is a fake Adobe Flash Player installer. Rather than installing the latest Adobe Flash Player version, it installs a PUA. Typically, scammers behind these websites seek to trick visitors into installing browser hijackers, adware or other PUAs. Browser hijacking apps promote fake search engines by changing browser settings and gathering browsing data. In some cases, they collect sensitive, personal information. Adware can also track information. Additionally, adware-type apps serve intrusive advertisements. If clicked, these open potentially malicious pages or execute scripts that cause download/installation of unwanted software. As mentioned, fake Adobe Flash Player installers are used to proliferate malware such as Trojans and ransomware. Trojans are malicious programs that often cause chain infections - they infect systems with other malicious programs. Ransomware is software that encrypts data with strong encryption algorithms and prevents victims from accessing or using their files. Typically, the only way to decrypt files is using tools that can be purchased only by the cyber criminals who designed the ransomware. Therefore, unofficial websites that offer to update Adobe Flash Player should never be trusted. By using files downloaded from them, many people risk becoming victims of identity theft, encountering data/monetary loss, problems relating to privacy, browsing safety, and so on.

Many deceptive websites are designed by scammers who seek to trick visitors into installing unwanted software through fake Adobe Flash Player installers. Some examples of other, similar pages include worldofcontenting[.]info, theultimatesafevideoplayers[.]info and startmostnewestprogram[.]icu. Typically, these sites are opened through other untrustworthy websites, deceptive advertisements or installed PUAs.

How did potentially unwanted applications install on my computer?

In most cases, potentially unwanted apps are installed when people click deceptive advertisements that download/install them by running certain scripts, or when people download and install free software. PUAs are included in the download/installation set-ups of various programs and presented as additional offers. This distribution method is called 'bundling'. Developers use it to trick people into downloading and installing unwanted apps with regular software. In most cases, offers to download/install additional apps (PUAs) are hidden in 'Custom', 'Advanced' and other settings of the set-ups When people download and install software without checking or changing these settings, they often allow PUAs to infiltrate.

How to avoid installation of potentially unwanted applications

All software (especially if it is free) should be downloaded from official websites and via direct links. Sources and tools such as Peer-to-Peer networks (e.g., torrent clients, eMule), unofficial websites, third party downloaders, installers, etc., should not be trusted, since they are used to distribute PUAs. Check 'Custom', 'Advanced' and other settings of the software setup and decline offers to download/install unwanted software. Do not click advertisements that are displayed on dubious websites - they can open untrusted websites or download and install unwanted, potentially malicious software. Remove all unwanted, suspicious extensions, add-ons and plug-ins that are installed on the browser immediately. Also remove software of this kind that is installed on the operating system. If your computer is already infected with PUAs, we recommend running a scan with Combo Cleaner Antivirus for macOS to automatically eliminate them.

Text presented in the initial pop-up window:

Software update
Your Flash Player is out of date
Downloading new updates...
Updating takes a few seconds and no restart is needed after installation.
Update Download Flash...

Text in the background page:

Software update
Update your Flash Player

Install the latest Flash Player for better performances.
Update Now

'Flash Player' is an essential plugin for your browser that allows you to view everything from video to games and animation on the web. The version of “Flash Player' on your system does not include the latest security updates and has been blocked.

The version of this plug-in on your computer doesn't include the latest security updates. Flash cannot be used until you download an update.

Click 'Download Flash'

Install updates and enjoy performances.

Screenshot of the other two pop-up windows:

Text in the larger pop-up window:

1 Go to the ‘Downloads’ Open your downloads list by
clicking on the top right corner
the ‘arrow’.
2 Open the file Locate and double-click the file
starting with ‘Flash Player’.
3 Run the application Confirm the installation by clicking
Continue and Install
buttons. Type your password.

Text in the smaller pop-up window:

Flash Player update
Install latest version of Flash Player in order to continue watching.
Download

Appearance of 'Your Flash Player Is Out Of Date' scam (GIF):

Appearance of another variant of 'Your Flash Player Is Out Of Date' scam (GIF):

Screenshot of the fake Adobe Flash Player installer and 'AdobeFlashPlayerInstaller.dmg' file:

Another screenshot of the fake Adobe Flash Player installer ('DivX_Setup.dmg'):

Yet another variant of 'Your Flash Player Is Out Of Date' pop-up scam:

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Quick menu:

• STEP 1. Remove PUA related files and folders from OSX.
• STEP 2. Remove rogue extensions from Safari.
• STEP 3. Remove rogue add-ons from Google Chrome.
• STEP 4. Remove potentially unwanted plug-ins from Mozilla Firefox.

Video showing how to remove adware and browser hijackers from a Mac computer:

Potentially unwanted applications removal:

Remove 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.

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Remove your flash player is out of date pop-up 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 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 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 in the correct order you Mac should be clean of infections. To be sure 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 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 it's virus definition database and click '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.

Your Flash Player Is Out Of Date pop-up removal from Internet browsers:

Remove malicious extensions from Safari:

Remove your flash player is out of date pop-up related Safari extensions:

Open 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 normal browser operation.

• If you continue to have problems with browser redirects and unwanted advertisements - Reset Safari.

Remove malicious plug-ins from Mozilla Firefox:

Remove your flash player is out of date pop-up related Mozilla Firefox add-ons:

Open your Mozilla Firefox browser. At the top right corner of the screen, click the 'Open Menu' (three horizontal lines) button. From the opened menu, choose 'Add-ons'.

Choose the 'Extensions' tab and look for any recently-installed suspicious add-ons. When located, click the 'Remove' button next to it/them. Note that you can safely uninstall all extensions from your Mozilla Firefox browser - none are crucial for normal browser operation.

• If you continue to have problems with browser redirects and unwanted advertisements - Reset Mozilla Firefox.

Remove malicious extensions from Google Chrome:

Remove your flash player is out of date pop-up related Google Chrome add-ons:

Open Google Chrome and click the 'Chrome menu' (three horizontal lines) button located in the top-right corner of the browser window. From the drop-down menu, choose 'More Tools' and select 'Extensions'.

In the 'Extensions' window, look for any recently-installed suspicious add-ons. When located, click the 'Trash' button next to it/them. Note that you can safely uninstall all extensions from your Google Chrome browser - none are crucial for normal browser operation.

• If you continue to have problems with browser redirects and unwanted advertisements - Reset Google Chrome.

Adobe Flash Player is a free software plug-in used by web browsers to view multimedia, execute rich Internet applications, and stream video on your Mac.

Adobe Flash Player is the most popular multimedia player plug-in available. However, recently there have been security concerns which has threatened its popularity as users seek safer alternative solutions. Opera, Firefox and Chrome contain built-in versions of Flash running in sandbox mode. This method is safer than running Flash as a plugin. However, currently the reality is that you still may need the Adobe Flash Player on your Mac because many websites will not work well if you uninstall it. Here I’ll show you how to install Adobe Flash Player and how to set it up correctly.

How to install Adobe Flash Player on your Mac.

1. Go to http://get.adobe.com/flashplayer/ to download the Adobe Flash Player installer.

2. By default, the installer package will be downloaded to your “Downloads” folder.

3. Select the file on your Mac and double click to install it.

4. Select “Allow Adobe to install updates (recommended)” and click “DONE” to complete the installation.

If you installed Adobe Flash Player, but still cannot view online videos on certain websites, you need to check Adobe Flash Player on your browsers.

How to set up Adobe Flash Player on various browsers.

Safari

1. Launch Safari and go to the Apple menu bar and click Preferences.

2. Select the Websites tab and select On for “When visiting other websites.”

3. Refresh the browser tab, or restart the browser.

Google Chrome

1. Launch Chrome and type chrome://settings/content in the address field.

2. Select “Ask first (recommended)” and turn it on.

3. Refresh the browser tab or restart the browser.

Opera

1. Launch Opera and go to the Apple menu bar and click Preferences.

2. Select the Websites tab and then select “Allow sites to run Flash”

3. Refresh the browser tab or restart the browser.

Firefox

1. Launch Firefox and go to the Apple menu bar and click Tools – Add-ons.

2. Click the Plugins tab and turn the “Shockwave Flash” to “Always Activate.”

Note: (SWF (Shock Wave Flash) is a special format created by Macromedia, which has been acquired by Adobe. It is widely used in web design, animation production and other fields.)

For enhancing the user experience and security, Adobe is always trying to improve Adobe Flash Player. However, sometimes when you view a website, a Flash Player upgrade popup appears. Most people would click the “update” button to update their Flash Player, but this could be a false popup used by hackers to compromise your Mac. This is a method hackers use to trick you into downloading adware and malware through a false popup.

Be careful and don’t trust any automatic updates of Adobe Flash Player. Here I will tell you how to install real Flash Player updates and set it up.

How to update Flash Player on Mac safely

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1. Go to the Apple menu bar and select System Preferences.

2. Select Flash Player.

3. Select the Updates tab and select “Allow Adobe to install updates (recommended)”. (Note: The Flash plug-in is officially updated 1~2 times a month, so selecting this option avoids frequent update.)

Flash Player Chrome Mac Os X

4. You may now notice that the Flash Update settings now shows NPAPI and PPAPI plugins. Let me explain them.

NPAPI – used by Safari, Firefox

PPAPI – used by Chromium, Opera and Chrome (Chrome’s implementation is built in)

5. Click Check Now to confirm that you currently have the latest version installed.

If you had clicked a false popup and downloaded adware, don’t worry, the Apple App Store has many antivirus apps, such as Trend Micro’s Antivirus One, that you can use to do a free scan.

Follow the steps below in case you downloaded a fake Adobe Flash Player.

1. When you first install Antivirus One, click “Pattern Update” to make sure your virus pattern is up to date. We suggest you update the virus pattern every day.

2. After the first installation, we highly suggest you perform a full scan of your Mac to check all files for possible infections. The Full scan will take more than one hour.

3. If you still find adware and a full scan has not found any viruses, we recommend you use Adware Cleaner. You can access Adware Cleaner in the left panel of the Antivirus One window.

How to uninstall Adobe Flash Player

Adobe Flash Player for the Mac is a plug-in, not a Mac OS X application. When you try to uninstall Adobe Flash Player from your Mac, you might find that this plug-in is not so easy to delete. For example, you might see this message:

Cannot find Adobe Flash Player in your Applications folder.

In this case, Adobe Flash Player could not be removed and no reason was given. The following steps show how to uninstall Adobe Flash Player with no remaining parts.

1. Go to the /Applications/Utilities/ folder on your Mac and double-click the Adobe Flash Player Install Manager app.

Adobe Flash Player Chrome Settings

2. Click Uninstall to begin the process.

3. Type the password and click Install Helper.

4. If your browser is running, the following window will appear. Select “Force Close All” to continue.

Enable Flash Player Chrome Mac

5. After the uninstaller removes the Adobe Flash software from your Mac, click Done.