Malwarebytes

Malwarebytes for Windows 4.6.13 was released on 18 April 2024. ### Features and improvements * Minor updates to improve migration to Desktop Security version 5. ### Issues fixed * No issues were fixed.

Malwarebytes for Windows 4.3.0 released on December 09, 2020. Component package version 1.0.1217 - March 11, 2021 Improvements Additional Enhanced Compatibility for Web Protection Improved detection and remediation Improved performance for Real-Time Protection (RTP) Dashboard sign in forgot password Issues fixed Fixed: Several Web protection related blue screen of death (BSODs) Fixed: Several Upgrade Issues that occur under certain circumstances Fixed: A few user interface (UI) issues Component package version 1.0.1173 - February 10, 2021 Improvements Onboarding wizard: Something went wrong page Onboarding wizard: Forgot password 30 day security summary pop-up Improved detection and remediation Improved performance Issues fixed Fixed: Malwarebytes for Windows shows wrong operating system (OS) on scan reports under certain circumstances Fixed: Exploit options under the Security tab don't stay Off Fixed: Several user interface (UI) issues Component package version 1.0.1157 - January 28, 2021 Improvements You can now sign in to activate Premium Email is optional for restarting trial Improved detection and remediation Improved performance Issues fixed Fixed: BSOD PAGE_FAULT_IN_NONPAGED_AREA 0x50 farflt.sys under certain circumstances Fixed: BSOD (Bugcheck code: 0x139 ) related to mwac.sys with CU 1.0.1130 (CU 23) Fixed: AE blocks with VBA7 Fixed: "unknown" installation token seen in some client stream data Fixed: MBSetup unnecessary delays for opening UI on upgrade Fixed: MB4 breaks "Run as Admin" setting for shortcuts Fixed: Failed telemetry data under certain circumstances: Added retry logic for Client stream telemetry Fixed: Several UI issues Component package version 1.0.1146 - January 15, 2021 Improvements Better Wording for Malwarebytes needing a restart to finish the Update (the current one will appear one last time with this update) Update functionality improvements Improved detection and remediation Improved performance Issues fixed Fixed: Blue screen of death (BSOD's) caused by mbam.sys (DRIVER_VERIFIER_DETECTED_VIOLATION -c 4) under certain circumstances Fixed: Improper remediation of ZeroAccess rootkit variant under certain circumstances Fixed: Real-Time Protection (RTP) notification will not be dismissed when clicking on "Manage protection Settings" button Fixed: Several user interface (UI) issues Component package version 1.0.1130 - December 09, 2020 Improvements Users have now the options to schedule reminders for a reboot when one is needed What's new screen (when conditions are met) New Settings Manage Alerts option (Malwarebytes for Teams only) Improved detection and remediation Improved performance Issues fixed Fixed: Persisting conflicts with Local Area Networks that impact Printers and other Devices Fixed: Anti-ransomware (ARW) Component Protection Event report does not include registry objects Fixed: Several user interface (UI) issues

* New detection engine that * Improves Zero-hour detection * Dynamically extends detection to mutating malware * Improved performance and faster scans * Complete redesign of the User Interface * Simplification of the Windows Security Center integration setting * Improved Web Protection component

# Performance/protective capability * Improved detection and remediation techniques # Stability/issues fixed * Fixed: Grey screen of death related to MWAC DRIVER_IRQL_NOT_LESS_OR_EQUAL * Fixed: issue where Web Protection would continue to block/unblock whitelisted URLs until the machine was rebooted. * Fixed: issue where Web Protection could interfere with IPv6 connectivity. * Fixed: KERNEL_DATA_INPAGE_ERROR (7a) blue screen of death that occurred during rootkit scan. * Fixed: minor issues with multi-language support. * Fixed: Malwarebytes erroneously registers with Windows Security Center on Windows 10 update 1903.

# Performance/protective capability * Now compatible with Microsoft’s Early Launch Anti-Malware requirements * Improved detection and remediation techniques # Usability * Added new Play Mode feature for paid users to allow uninterrupted gaming or streaming experience * Improved compatibility between the Web Protection module and other third-party software # Stability/issues fixed * Fixed a BSOD related to netio.sys * Fixed On Reboot scheduled scans not honoring scan settings and showing incorrect Next Scan date * Fixed a mismatch between Malwarebytes and Windows Action Center regarding Update status * Fixed problem where certain settings were not accurately retained on upgrade * Improved performance in Safe Mode so only essential functionality runs * Addressed numerous other miscellaneous defects

# Performance/protective capability - Added support for Hypervisor Code Integrity (HVCI) and Device Guard to meet Microsoft compliance requirements - Improved the remediation process so fewer reboots are required - Improved the accuracy of the Web Protection module - Improved driver management for increased stability - Continued improvements to overall protection, detection and remediation # Usability - Updated the dashboard design to better showcase Malwarebytes real-time protection features - Updated Notification Center behavior to make it easier to dismiss - Numerous other user interface and copy enhancements # Stability/issues fixed - Fixed issue where anti-ransomware module could cause high CPU and memory use - Fixed an issue where Malwarebytes would open to the scan tab instead of the dashboard - Fixed reported crashes related to Web Protection - Fixed several translation issues - Addressed other miscellaneous defects

Performance/protective capability * Improved remediation for shortcuts and tasks * Added better handling for heavily infected systems to streamline detection & remediation * Continued improvements to overall protection, detection and remediation Usability * Added Notification Center for easy access to most recent real-time block notifications * Added category to website blocked notification to show the reason why site was blocked * Improved report design for better usability * Added device name to My Account screen in preparation to sync with My Account portal * Updated the API used to interact with Windows Action/Security Center * Changed the 'Recover if missed by' setting for Scheduled Scans to be enabled by default for new scans * Numerous other user interface and copy improvements Stability/issues fixed * Fixed issue where files did not save properly with anti-ransomware enabled * Fixed issue where notifications could stack so you might see multiple versions of same message * Fixed issue where Beta opt in setting would not honor Restore Defaults * Updated the 7-Zip library to the latest version, v.18.01 * Improved upgrade process from earlier versions of Malwarebytes * Continued improvements to driver operation and management * Fixed several crashes, including a blue screen related to Web Protection * Addressed other miscellaneous defects