Malwarebytes Version 4.0 has been released. The update includes the new Malwarebytes Katana Engine which has new detection technologies to provide greater security. In addition, the user interface has been designed:
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Following are the key features from the Announcement (https://forums.malwarebytes.com/topic/253227-announcing-malwarebytes-40-for-windows/):
- Improved zero-hour detection – pinpoints new threats as they arise and before they can wreak havoc on your device
- Expanded malware detection – blocks even more malware for improved protection
- Signature-less behavioral detection – identifies the latest variants of dangerous malware families that attempt to evade traditional signatures through runtime packing, obfuscation and encryption, offering instant protection against new threats that traditional AV has a hard time detecting
- Faster threat definition process – streamlines the publishing of new definitions, reducing the time it takes to protect you from new threats
- Revamped user interface – Completely redesigned user interface that is intuitive, more informative and simple to use
- Threat statistics – allows you to see what Malwarebytes is doing for you in real-time and get a first-hand view of what threats are coming at you (and being blocked)
- Cybersecurity news – dynamic feed keeps you informed of the latest threats and other security topics
- Easier updates – more automation means you receive the latest protection with less effort
See the referenced Announcement for Known Issues, FAQs and other information.
System Requirements: Malwarebytes Version 4.0 no longer works on Windows XP or Windows Vista. However, Malwarebytes 3.x, will be supported for the foreseeable future.
Windows 10 Note: Although Malwarebytes is an antivirus software, if you use another program as your antivirus (Windows Defender, McAfee, etc.) as your antivirus, it is necessary to make a change in Malwarebytes. Go to Settings > Windows Action Center, change the setting to "Never register Malwarebytes in the Action Center". Malwarebytes 4.0 will continue to run with the installed antivirus in compatibility mode.
Microsoft Defender: If you use Microsoft Defender as your antivirus software, do the following:
- Open Malwarebytes.
- Press the little gear at the top right.
- Choose the Security tab.
- Enable the three options under the title Scan options.
- Disable the option under the title Widows Security Center.
Update:
Malwarebytes 4.0 can be installed over the top of your exist Malwarebytes programs. If you do not want to wait for the upgrade to be offered, you can download and run the installer from https://www.malwarebytes.com/ (https://www.malwarebytes.com/) (direct download link here (https://www.malwarebytes.com/mwb-download/thankyou/)) Malwarebytes 4.0 will automatically remove the old Anti-Malware, Anti-Exploit and Anti-Ransomware and upgrade them all to Malwarebytes 4.0.
References:
- Announcing Malwarebytes 4.0 for Windows (https://forums.malwarebytes.com/topic/253227-announcing-malwarebytes-40-for-windows/)
- Malwarebytes User Guides (https://www.malwarebytes.com/support/guides/mbam/)
User guide version 4: https://support.malwarebytes.com/docs/DOC-3530?lang=en_US&affiliate=&x-source=mb4pchelp
Malwarebytes v4.5.26.259 component package 1.0.1976 was released.
From Malwarebytes 4.5 (https://forums.malwarebytes.com/topic/281762-malwarebytes-45/page/2/#comment-1562139):
Features and improvements- BypassIO support
- Added notifications and refreshed UI for 30-day security summary
- Support for integration of Browser Guard reporting
- Improved multi-language support
- Messaging improvements for Trial users
Issues fixed- Exclusion management
- Minor bug fixes
Malwarebytes 4.5.27.262 component package 1.0.1991 was released.
From Malwarebytes 4.5 (https://forums.malwarebytes.com/topic/281762-malwarebytes-45/page/2/#comment-1564022):
Features and improvements- Show Browser Guard statistics in Monthly Summary details
- Notification settings option added to Scan new download notifications
Issues fixed- Security Advisor alerting when Chrome is up to date
- Duplicate Trial notifications showing when device returns from sleep
- Web protection domain blocking
Malwarebytes 4.5.28.266 component package 1.0.2005 was released.
From Malwarebytes 4.5 (https://forums.malwarebytes.com/topic/281762-malwarebytes-45/page/2/#comment-1566475):
Features and improvements- Show Browser Guard statistics on Real-Time Protection page
- Scanner card on the dashboard now indicates when the next scheduled scan is a Smart Scan
- Scan in progress taskbar icon changes to red background when a threat is found
Issues fixed- Turned off tray notifications (temporarily) for Security Advisor, Scan new downloads, Monthly Summary
- Monthly Summary notification shows incorrect scan counts
- Updates fails to complete
Malwarebytes 4.5.29.268 component package 1.0.2022 was released.
From Malwarebytes 4.5 (https://forums.malwarebytes.com/topic/281762-malwarebytes-45/page/2/#comment-1567955):
Features and improvements- Revised Scan complete notification buttons, now opens directly to the Scan summary page
- Added option to start a scan from Monthly Summary report when no scans were completed in last 30 days
- Minor performance improvements
- General improvements for notification framework
Issues fixed- Monthly Summary minor cosmetic issue
Malwarebytes 4.5.29.268 component package 4.5.30.269 component package 1.0.2037.
From Malwarebytes 4.5 (https://forums.malwarebytes.com/topic/281762-malwarebytes-45/page/2/#comment-1570708)
Features and improvements- Automatic Quarantine enhancements: Automatic unquarantine option for false positive events. This is a fail safe feature to help mitigate future false positives. We are working on a thorough write-up for this, more details coming soon.
- Support for notification improvements
Issues fixed- Notification fixes
- Anti-exploit component bug
Malwarebytes 4.5.29.268 component package 4.5.31.270 component package 1.0.2047.
From Malwarebytes 4.5 (https://forums.malwarebytes.com/topic/281762-malwarebytes-45/page/2/#comment-1572909):
Features and improvements- Performance improvements
- Enhanced notification logic
- Revised trial user notifications
Issues fixed- Windows June 2023 Update (KB5027231) prevents Chrome from launching
- Minor bug fixes
Malwarebytes component package 4.5.32.271 component package 1.0.2051.
From Malwarebytes 4.5 (https://forums.malwarebytes.com/topic/281762-malwarebytes-45/page/2/#comment-1575156)
Features and improvements- Enhancements to Scan Complete notifications
- Performance improvements
Issues fixed- Minor bug fixes
- Improved notification logic
Malwarebytes component package 4.5.33.272 component package 1.0.2069.
From Malwarebytes 4.5 (https://forums.malwarebytes.com/topic/281762-malwarebytes-45/page/2/#comment-1577449)
Features and improvements- Opt out for promotional notifications
- Enhanced multi-language support
- Advanced setup option for installs
- Improved notification logic
Issues fixed
Malwarebytes component package 4.5.34.275 component package 1.0.2089.
From Malwarebytes 4.5 (https://forums.malwarebytes.com/topic/281762-malwarebytes-45/page/2/#comment-1580851)
Features and improvements- Minor speed improvements for scans
- Improved logic when checking for updates
- General improvements to protection capabilities
- General performance improvements
Issues fixed- Browser Guard state check for Security Advisor
- Minor bug fixes