What is Mhptask virus and how does it operate? How to remvoe Mhptask virus app from your Mac and stop it from auto scanning?
Mhptask is the name of a program that is also known by the name Mac Heal Pro. Mac Heal Pro is a rogue software, whose primary purpose is to display vast ammount of errors in order to convince you into purchasing its full version, that costs and arm and a leg. In reality, those errors may not even be real and your Mac could be completely fine and could do without Mac Heal Pro. Read this article to learn how you can remove Mhptask completely from your Mac.
Threat Summary
| Name | Mhptask |
| Type | Rogue Software for Mac OS |
| Short Description | Aims to perform automated scans and countless error detections can be found just to convince victims into buying it. |
| Symptoms | Automatically runs on Mac startup. Pop-ups asking to remove errors. Auto scans. |
| Distribution Method | May be spread via software bundling or by being downloaded from a website. |
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Mhptask – How Did I Get It and What Does It Do?
The primary way these apps can be added on your Mac is if you download them directly. Such can be the case of Mac Heal Pro, that can be encountered in the following web page:
Once downloaded and ran on your Mac, the mhptask pop-up may begin to appear, stating that the software cannot be verified and could be dangerous to your Mac:
“Mhptask” will damage your computer. You should move it to the Bin.
What you may not known about Mhptask and Mac Heal Pro, however is that moving it to the bin may not remove this piece of nasty code entirely. The main reason for that is because those programs tend to remain persistent on your Mac.
The primary objective of mhptask or Mac Heal Pro is to begin to perform all sorts of activities, starting with auto scanning your Mac and detecting an unusually high ammount of errors:
The main idea behind this is to convince you to upgrade to the full version of Mhptask by purchasing its license. Be advised that even though Mac Heal Pro may be very convincing and even the purchase page may state that the product is certified, you should not trust it and remove it, since this is a rogue software that is very similar to a family of such rogue programs that have been affecting Macs recently.
How to Remove Mhptask (Mac Heal Pro)
If you want to remove Mac Heal Pro from your Mac, we strongly recommend that you follow the removal instructions underneath this article. They have been created to help you delete Mhptask step by step from your Mac. Since Mhptask could end up leaving behind files that may make it harded to delete manually, the most effective removal solution for this unwanted software is to download and run a scan of your Mac, using an advanced removal tool. Such cleaner can scan for and make sure that you won’t see Mhptask or Mac Heal Pro anywhere on your Mac by detecting its files and removing them.
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Steps to Prepare Before Removal:
Before starting to follow the steps below, be advised that you should first do the following preparations:
- Backup your files in case the worst happens.
- Make sure to have a device with these instructions on standy.
- Arm yourself with patience.
- 1. Scan for Mac Malware
- 2. Uninstall Risky Apps
- 3. Clean Your Browsers
Step 1: Scan for and remove Mhptask files from your Mac
When you are facing problems on your Mac as a result of unwanted scripts and programs such as Mhptask, the recommended way of eliminating the threat is by using an anti-malware program. SpyHunter for Mac offers advanced security features along with other modules that will improve your Mac’s security and protect it in the future.
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Bonus Step: How to Make Your Mac Run Faster?
Mac machines maintain probably the fastest operating system out there. Still, Macs do become slow and sluggish sometimes. The video guide below examines all of the possible problems that may lead to your Mac being slower than usual as well as all of the steps that can help you to speed up your Mac.
Step 2: Uninstall Mhptask and remove related files and objects
1. Hit the ⇧+⌘+U keys to open Utilities. Another way is to click on “Go” and then click “Utilities”, like the image below shows:
2. Find Activity Monitor and double-click it:
3. In the Activity Monitor look for any suspicious processes, belonging or related to Mhptask:
4. Click on the "Go" button again, but this time select Applications. Another way is with the ⇧+⌘+A buttons.
5. In the Applications menu, look for any suspicious app or an app with a name, similar or identical to Mhptask. If you find it, right-click on the app and select “Move to Trash”.
6. Select Accounts, after which click on the Login Items preference. Your Mac will then show you a list of items that start automatically when you log in. Look for any suspicious apps identical or similar to Mhptask. Check the app you want to stop from running automatically and then select on the Minus (“-“) icon to hide it.
7. Remove any leftover files that might be related to this threat manually by following the sub-steps below:
- Go to Finder.
- In the search bar type the name of the app that you want to remove.
- Above the search bar change the two drop down menus to “System Files” and “Are Included” so that you can see all of the files associated with the application you want to remove. Bear in mind that some of the files may not be related to the app so be very careful which files you delete.
- If all of the files are related, hold the ⌘+A buttons to select them and then drive them to “Trash”.
In case you cannot remove Mhptask via Step 1 above:
In case you cannot find the virus files and objects in your Applications or other places we have shown above, you can manually look for them in the Libraries of your Mac. But before doing this, please read the disclaimer below:
1. Click on "Go" and Then "Go to Folder" as shown underneath:
2. Type in "/Library/LauchAgents/" and click Ok:
3. Delete all of the virus files that have similar or the same name as Mhptask. If you believe there is no such file, do not delete anything.
You can repeat the same procedure with the following other Library directories:
→ ~/Library/LaunchAgents
/Library/LaunchDaemons
Tip: ~ is there on purpose, because it leads to more LaunchAgents.
Step 3: Remove Mhptask – related extensions from Safari / Chrome / Firefox
Mhptask-FAQ
What is Mhptask on your Mac?
The Mhptask threat is probably a potentially unwanted app. There is also a chance it could be related to Mac malware. If so, such apps tend to slow your Mac down significantly and display advertisements. They could also use cookies and other trackers to obtain browsing information from the installed web browsers on your Mac.
Can Macs Get Viruses?
Yes. As much as any other device, Apple computers do get malware. Apple devices may not be a frequent target by malware authors, but rest assured that almost all of the Apple devices can become infected with a threat.
What Types of Mac Threats Are There?
According to most malware researchers and cyber-security experts, the types of threats that can currently infect your Mac can be rogue antivirus programs, adware or hijackers (PUPs), Trojan horses, ransomware and crypto-miner malware.
What To Do If I Have a Mac Virus, Like Mhptask?
Do not panic! You can easily get rid of most Mac threats by firstly isolating them and then removing them. One recommended way to do that is by using a reputable malware removal software that can take care of the removal automatically for you.
There are many Mac anti-malware apps out there that you can choose from. SpyHunter for Mac is one of the reccomended Mac anti-malware apps, that can scan for free and detect any viruses. This saves time for manual removal that you would otherwise have to do.
How to Secure My Data from Mhptask?
With few simple actions. First and foremost, it is imperative that you follow these steps:
Step 1: Find a safe computer and connect it to another network, not the one that your Mac was infected in.
Step 2: Change all of your passwords, starting from your e-mail passwords.
Step 3: Enable two-factor authentication for protection of your important accounts.
Step 4: Call your bank to change your credit card details (secret code, etc.) if you have saved your credit card for online shopping or have done online activiites with your card.
Step 5: Make sure to call your ISP (Internet provider or carrier) and ask them to change your IP address.
Step 6: Change your Wi-Fi password.
Step 7: (Optional): Make sure to scan all of the devices connected to your network for viruses and repeat these steps for them if they are affected.
Step 8: Install anti-malware software with real-time protection on every device you have.
Step 9: Try not to download software from sites you know nothing about and stay away from low-reputation websites in general.
If you follow these reccomendations, your network and Apple devices will become significantly more safe against any threats or information invasive software and be virus free and protected in the future too.
More tips you can find on our MacOS Virus section, where you can also ask any questions and comment about your Mac problems.
About the Mhptask Research
The content we publish on SensorsTechForum.com, this Mhptask how-to removal guide included, is the outcome of extensive research, hard work and our team’s devotion to help you remove the specific macOS issue.
How did we conduct the research on Mhptask?
Please note that our research is based on an independent investigation. We are in contact with independent security researchers, thanks to which we receive daily updates on the latest malware definitions, including the various types of Mac threats, especially adware and potentially unwanted apps (PUAs).
Furthermore, the research behind the Mhptask threat is backed with VirusTotal.
To better understand the threat posed by Mac malware, please refer to the following articles which provide knowledgeable details.