Hvordan fjerne Search Marquis fra Mac

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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
  1. Åpne Aktivitetsmonitor from the Applications > Utilities mappe.
  2. Look for any processes that seem unfamiliar or suspicious. Common names associated with Search Marquis include browser-related names or processes with random characters.
  3. Select these processes and click the X button in the upper-left corner to quit them.

Step 2: Remove Suspicious Applications
  1. Åpne Finder and go to the Bruksområder mappe.
  2. Look for any unfamiliar or suspicious applications. Search Marquis may install software with generic names or names similar to legitimate applications.
  3. Drag these suspicious applications to the Søppel. Be sure to empty the Trash afterward.

Trinn 3: Fjern nettleserutvidelser

For Safari:
  1. Åpne Safari og gå til Safari > Preferences.
  2. Klikk på Utvidelser tab.
  3. Look for any extensions that you do not recognize or that seem suspicious. Select them and click Avinstaller.

For Google Chrome:
  1. Åpne Google Chrome og gå til Chrome > Extensions.
  2. Remove any extensions that you don’t recognize by clicking the Fjern knapp.

For Mozilla Firefox:
  1. Åpne Mozilla Firefox og gå til Firefox > Add-ons.
  2. Velg Utvidelser on the left sidebar.
  3. Remove any unfamiliar or suspicious extensions by clicking the Fjern knapp.

Step 4: Reset Browser Settings

For Safari:
  1. Åpne Safari og gå til Safari > Preferences.
  2. Klikk på Generelt tab.
  3. Change the Homepage to your preferred website.
  4. Gå til Personvern tab and click Administrer nettsteddata, then click Remove All.

For Google Chrome:
  1. Åpne Google Chrome og gå til Innstillinger.
  2. Bla nedover og klikk på Avansert.
  3. Under Tilbakestilling og opprydding, klikk Gjenopprett innstillingene til de opprinnelige standardinnstillingene and then Tilbakestill innstillinger.

For Mozilla Firefox:
  1. Åpne Mozilla Firefox og gå til Innstillinger.
  2. Scroll down to Firefox Data Collection and Use.
  3. Klikk Tøm data under Informasjonskapsler og nettsteddata.
  4. Go back to Innstillinger and scroll down to Informasjon om feilsøking.
  5. Klikk Oppdater Firefox og bekreft.

Step 5: Remove Malicious Profiles
  1. Åpne Systeminnstillinger from the Apple menu.
  2. Klikk på Profiles (if this option is available).
  3. 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
  1. Åpne Systeminnstillinger og gå til Users & Groups.
  2. Select your user account and click on Login Items.
  3. 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

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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.

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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.