Come rimuovere Yahoo Search da Mac

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Yahoo Search malware is a browser hijacker that modifies your web browser’s settings without your permission. It typically redirects your searches to Yahoo Search or other unwanted websites. This malware often gets installed through bundled software downloads or malicious ads.

How to Remove Yahoo Search Malware from Mac

Step 1: Check and Remove Suspicious Applications
  1. Aprire il Finder: Click on the Finder icon in your Dock.
  2. Go to Applications: In the sidebar, click on Applications.
  3. Find Suspicious Applications: Look for any applications you don’t recognize or don’t remember installing.
  4. Remove the Applications: Drag the suspicious applications to the Trash. Right-click on the Trash icon and select Empty Trash.

Passo 2: Reimpostare le impostazioni del browser
Safari
  1. Aprire Safari: Launch the Safari browser.
  2. Go to Preferences: Click on Safari in the menu bar and select Preferences.
  3. Remove Extensions: Navigate to the Extensions tab. Uninstall any unknown or suspicious extensions by selecting them and clicking Uninstall.
  4. Reset Homepage: In the General tab, set your preferred homepage.
  5. Cancellare la cronologia e i dati del sito web: Go to the History tab and select Clear History. Choose all history and confirm.
Google Chrome
  1. Aprire Chrome: Launch the Google Chrome browser.
  2. Impostazioni di accesso: Click on the three dots in the upper-right corner and select Settings.
  3. Remove Extensions: In the left sidebar, select Extensions. Remove any unknown or suspicious extensions.
  4. Ripristino delle impostazioni: Scroll down and click on Advanced. Scroll down again and select Reset settings. Confirm the reset.
Mozilla Firefox
  1. Open Firefox: Launch the Mozilla Firefox browser.
  2. Open Menu: Click on the three horizontal lines in the upper-right corner and select Add-ons.
  3. Remove Add-ons: Go to the Extensions tab and remove any unknown or suspicious extensions.
  4. Reset Preferences: In the address bar, type about

    and press Enter. Click on Refresh Firefox and confirm.

Step 3: Check and Remove Malware with Anti-Malware Software
  1. Download an Anti-Malware Tool: Download and install a reputable anti-malware tool such as Malwarebytes.
  2. Run a Scan: Open the anti-malware tool and run a full system scan.
  3. Remove Detected Malware: Follow the prompts to remove any detected malware.

How to Prevent Yahoo Search Malware from Being Installed

Avoid Downloading Software from Unreliable Sources

Only download software from official websites or trusted sources. Avoid downloading software from third-party websites or clicking on pop-up ads that offer software downloads.

Siate cauti con gli allegati alle e-mail

Do not open email attachments from unknown senders. Even if the sender appears familiar, be cautious if the email seems out of character or unexpected.

Keep Your Software Up-to-Date

Ensure that your macOS and all installed software are up-to-date. Software updates often include security patches that protect against malware.

Use a Reliable Security Suite

Install a reliable security suite that includes real-time protection against malware. Keep it updated and run regular scans to detect and remove any threats.

Regularly Review Installed Applications and Extensions

Periodically review the applications and browser extensions installed on your Mac. Remove any that you don’t recognize or no longer need.