How to remove ExecutiveSection (Mac)

What is ExecutiveSection

ExecutiveSection is a type of adware that targets macOS systems, designed to generate intrusive advertisements and disrupt the user’s browsing experience. This malware can display various forms of ads, including pop-ups, banners, and misleading coupons, often leading users to unreliable websites. As it operates, ExecutiveSection may collect sensitive data about users, such as browsing habits and personal information, which can be misused or shared with third parties. Furthermore, the presence of this adware can significantly slow down system performance, consuming excessive CPU and memory resources. Users are strongly advised to remove ExecutiveSection promptly to avoid potential security risks and privacy issues. Effective removal can often be achieved using specialized software like Combo Cleaner, which is tailored for detecting and eliminating such threats on macOS. Taking proactive measures during software installations can greatly reduce the risk of inadvertently allowing adware like ExecutiveSection onto systems.

How ExecutiveSection infects Mac computers

ExecutiveSection typically infects Macs through deceptive tactics that exploit user behavior and software bundling. It often arrives bundled with legitimate software downloaded from unofficial or less reputable sources, where users may inadvertently agree to install unwanted applications by skimming through installation prompts. Additionally, users might encounter malicious ads or pop-ups that claim to offer software updates or enhancements, leading them to download the adware directly. Once installed, ExecutiveSection can generate intrusive ads and track user activity, gathering sensitive information without consent. To mitigate the risk of infection, users should exercise caution when downloading software, opting for official sources and carefully reviewing installation options to deselect any bundled offers. Regularly updating security software and conducting scans can further help prevent such adware from taking hold on their systems.

1. Download ExecutiveSection Removal Tool
2. Remove ExecutiveSection from Login Items
3. Remove/Uninstall ExecutiveSection from Applications
4. Remove ExecutiveSection from browsers
5. Reset browser settings
6. Remove ExecutiveSection files and folders
7. Block ExecutiveSection ads and pop-ups
8. How to protect from threats, like ExecutiveSection

Remove ExecutiveSection manually for free

Note: ExecutiveSection sets up to start on macOS startup. Therefore, before starting the removal, perform these steps:

1. Open System Preferences, choose Users & Groups.
2. Choose your account (set up as Current User).
3. Click Login Items tab.
4. Find “ExecutiveSection” entry. Select it, and click the “-“ (minus) button to remove it.

Note 2: ExecutiveSection won’t quit just by closing it, therefor use Force Quit to end the process.

1. Press 3 buttons at the same time: Option, Command, and Esc (Escape). This is similar to Control-Alt-Delete on a Windows PC.
2. Choose ExecutiveSection in the list.
3. Click Force Quit button.

Here is a manual step-by-step tutorial for full ExecutiveSection removal from your computer. This works 99% and was checked with the latest versions of ExecutiveSection installer on operating systems with the latest updates and browser versions.

Remove ExecutiveSection from Applications

Remove ExecutiveSection from Mac:

1. In the Finder sidebar, click Applications.
2. ExecutiveSection might have an Uninstaller. If you see Uninstall ExecutiveSection or ExecutiveSection Uninstaller, double-click it and follow the onscreen instructions.
3. Otherwise, drag ExecutiveSection from the Applications folder to the Trash (located at the end of the Dock).
4. Then choose Finder > Empty Trash.

Cannot uninstall ExecutiveSection

If you can’t uninstall ExecutiveSection using instructions above, or it keeps coming back, you can use free AppCleaner for Mac to remove all residual data and libraries of ExecutiveSection. Follow instructions below:

1. Download free AppCleaner.
2. Drag ExecutiveSection from Applications folder to AppCleaner window.
3. Choose files and folders you want to remove along with ExecutiveSection.
4. Click Delete button.

Remove ExecutiveSection add-on from your browsers

Removing ExecutiveSection from Applications often does not bring the desired effect. It is a browser extension, and it may still be active in Google Chrome and Mozilla Firefox. Here are instructions on how to remove the ExecutiveSection extension from your browsers manually.

Safari:

1. Start Safari on your Mac, click Safari to open drop-down menu and choose Preferences
2. Click Extensions tab.
3. Find ExecutiveSection extension.
4. Click Uninstall button to remove it.

Google Chrome:

1. Start Google Chrome browser
2. In address box type (or copy-paste) chrome://extensions.
3. Find ExecutiveSection extension.
4. Click the trash can icon to remove it.

Mozilla Firefox:

1. Start Mozilla Firefox browser.
2. In address box type (or copy-paste) about:addons.
3. Choose ExecutiveSection extension.
4. Click Disable or Remove button.

Reset browser settings

To finish ExecutiveSection removal, reset your browser settings to make sure, there are no leftover items in browser folders.

Reset Safari:

1. Start Safari on your Mac, click Safari to open drop-down menu and choose Preferences
2. Go to the Privacy section of Safari’s preferences.
3. Click Remove All Website Data button.
4. In the opened window, click Remove Now button to remove data stored by websites in Safari.
5. Go to the Advanced section of Safari’s preferences.
6. Click the Show Develop menu in menu bar option.
7. In the menu, click Develop and select Empty Caches from this menu.
8. Again, go to Safari menu and choose Clear History….
9. Choose to clear all history and click Clear History button.

Reset Google Chrome:

1. Start Google Chrome browser
2. In address box type (or copy-paste) chrome://settings.
3. Scroll down and find Show advanced settings link.
4. Click on it and scroll down to the bottom again.
5. Click Reset settings button and click Reset to confirm.

Reset Mozilla Firefox:

1. Start Mozilla Firefox browser.
2. In address box type (or copy-paste) about:support.
3. Click Refresh Firefox… button.
4. Click Refresh Firefox to confirm.

Remove following files and folders of ExecutiveSection


~/Library/Application Support/.[random_string]/Services/com.ExecutiveSection.service.app
~/Library/LaunchAgents/com.ExecutiveSection.service.plist
/Library/Application Support/.[random_string]/System/com.ExecutiveSection.system
/Library/LaunchDaemons/com.ExecutiveSection.system.plist


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How to protect Mac OSX from adware, like ExecutiveSection

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