Search Marquis is a type of malware known as a browser hijacker. Once installed on your Mac, it alters your browser settings and redirects you to unwanted websites, often inundating you with ads and search results that can be misleading or intrusive. The primary goal of Search Marquis is to generate revenue through these redirects and advertisements.
How to Remove Search Marquis from Your Mac
Step 1: Quit Malicious Processes
- Öffnen Sie Activity Monitor from the Applications > Utilities Ordner.
- Look for any processes that seem unfamiliar or suspicious. Common names associated with Search Marquis include browser-related names or processes with random characters.
- Select these processes and click the X button in the upper-left corner to quit them.
Step 2: Remove Suspicious Applications
- Öffnen Sie Finder und gehen Sie zum Anwendungen Ordner.
- Look for any unfamiliar or suspicious applications. Search Marquis may install software with generic names or names similar to legitimate applications.
- Drag these suspicious applications to the Papierkorb. Be sure to empty the Trash afterward.
Schritt 3: Browser-Erweiterungen entfernen
For Safari:
- Öffnen Sie Safari and go to Safari > Preferences.
- Click on the Erweiterungen tab.
- Look for any extensions that you do not recognize or that seem suspicious. Select them and click Deinstallieren Sie.
Für Google Chrome:
- Öffnen Sie Google Chrome and go to Chrome > Extensions.
- Remove any extensions that you don’t recognize by clicking the entfernen button.
Für Mozilla Firefox:
- Öffnen Sie Mozilla Firefox and go to Firefox > Add-ons.
- Wählen Sie Erweiterungen on the left sidebar.
- Remove any unfamiliar or suspicious extensions by clicking the entfernen button.
Schritt 4: Browser-Einstellungen zurücksetzen
For Safari:
- Öffnen Sie Safari and go to Safari > Preferences.
- Click on the Allgemein tab.
- Change the Homepage to your preferred website.
- Gehen Sie zum Datenschutz tab and click Verwalten von Website-Daten, then click Alle entfernen.
Für Google Chrome:
- Öffnen Sie Google Chrome and go to Einstellungen.
- Scrollen Sie nach unten und klicken Sie auf Fortgeschrittene.
- Unter Zurücksetzen und Aufräumen, klicken Einstellungen auf die ursprünglichen Standardwerte zurücksetzen und dann Einstellungen zurücksetzen.
Für Mozilla Firefox:
- Öffnen Sie Mozilla Firefox and go to Einstellungen.
- Scrollen Sie nach unten zu Firefox Data Collection and Use.
- Klicken Sie auf Clear Data under Cookies and Site Data.
- Go back to Einstellungen and scroll down to Informationen zur Fehlerbehebung.
- Klicken Sie auf Firefox aktualisieren und bestätigen.
Step 5: Remove Malicious Profiles
- Öffnen Sie System Preferences from the Apple menu.
- Klicken Sie auf Profiles (if this option is available).
- Look for any profiles you do not recognize or that were installed recently. Select them and click the minus (-) button to remove them.
Step 6: Check and Remove Unwanted Login Items
- Öffnen Sie System Preferences and go to Users & Groups.
- Select your user account and click on Login Items.
- Look for any items that seem unfamiliar or related to Search Marquis. Select them and click the minus (-) button to remove them.
How to Prevent Search Marquis from Being Installed
Zuverlässige Sicherheitssoftware verwenden
Invest in a reputable antivirus or anti-malware program and keep it updated. These tools can help prevent malware from being installed and alert you to potential threats.
Avoid Suspicious Downloads
Only download software from trusted sources. Avoid downloading applications or files from unknown websites or through deceptive pop-ups.
Regularly Update macOS and Applications
Keep your macOS and all installed applications up-to-date. Software updates often include security patches that protect against the latest threats.
Be Cautious with Browser Extensions
Only install extensions from verified sources and be cautious when granting permissions to new extensions. Regularly review and manage your browser extensions to ensure they are all trustworthy.
Firewall einschalten
Make sure your Mac’s firewall is turned on. You can find this option under System Preferences > Security & Privacy > Firewall. The firewall can help block unauthorized incoming connections.
By following these steps, you can effectively remove Search Marquis from your Mac and protect yourself from similar threats in the future.