WebQuestSearch

Mac users are not immune to non-trustworthy software that brings undesired changes to their system's configuration and behavior. In fact, we have seen a rapid increase in the number of Potentially Unwanted Programs (PUPs) and adware that target macOS computers exclusively. There are hundreds of these shady applications circulating online, and it is a matter of time to encounter one of them. It is best to be prepared for this moment by keeping your Mac device protected by a suitable anti-malware application.

One of the Mac PUPs to trouble users in 2020 is called WebQuestSearch. It is often promoted via fake download pages and software bundles, which advertise WebQuestSearch as a search-enhancing utility. However, users who install this PUP may soon be disappointed by the changes it brings. Once this PUP is up and running, it will replace the default Web browser's new tab page and search engine with a 3rd-party website that WebQuestSearch is meant to promote. While this website is not harmful, it may worsen the Web browsing experience of the user by exposing them to unwanted advertisements and content that they are not interested in.

Removing WebQuestSearch from your macOS computer may be a tricky task because of the techniques that this PUP uses to gain persistence. It will plant its files in system folders, and then use the 'Device Profile' and 'Launch Daemon' utilities to gain persistence. If you think that WebQuestSearch has infiltrated your computer, it is recommended to try and remove it by running an up-to-date macOS security application.