Malwarebytes Version 5 Updates

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Corrine

#45
August 22, 2025, 01:16:49 PM
Malwarebytes v5.3.7.209 component package 139.0.5357 released.

From MBAM 5:

Features and improvements
  • As the first of a series of upcoming changes to the Dashboard, we refreshed the sidebar and title bar for a more streamlined, smoother experience. Give it a try and share your thoughts on our forums!
  • Windows Firewall Control and Startup Applications are now available for Windows 10 – find them under Tools.
  • You can now lock access to Tools behind a password using Tamper Protection.
Issues Fixed
  • Fixed minor bugs, usability and localization issues


Take a walk through the "Security Garden" -- Where Everything is Coming up Roses!

Remember - A day without laughter is a day wasted.
May the wind sing to you and the sun rise in your heart.

Corrine

#46
September 04, 2025, 05:15:55 PM
Malwarebytes v5.3.8.212 component package 140.0.5364 released.

From MBAM 5:

Features and improvements
  • It is now easier to add previously-blocked websites to the Allow List - directly from Detection History!
  • Minor localization and usability improvements

Issues Fixed
  • Resolved an issue where scanning from the Windows 11 context menu didn't always process all selected files.
  • Fixed an issue where keyboard navigation wasn't working properly in Advanced Scan options.


Take a walk through the "Security Garden" -- Where Everything is Coming up Roses!

Remember - A day without laughter is a day wasted.
May the wind sing to you and the sun rise in your heart.

Corrine

#47
September 19, 2025, 02:13:13 PM
Malwarebytes v5.4.0.213 component package 141.0.5376 released.

From MBAM 5:

Features and improvements
  • Added a new interactive guide on the Dashboard, designed to help users discover the full range of Malwarebytes features.
  • Scheduled Scans can now be named, making it easier to organize and tell them apart.

Issues Fixed
  • Fixed a crash that could occur when creating a duplicate Allow List entry.
  • The VPN notification toggle is now available for Privacy-only licenses.


Take a walk through the "Security Garden" -- Where Everything is Coming up Roses!

Remember - A day without laughter is a day wasted.
May the wind sing to you and the sun rise in your heart.

Corrine

#48
October 03, 2025, 02:17:29 AM
Malwarebytes v5.4.1.215 component package 142.0.5389.

From MBAM 5:

What's New
  • Optimize your Windows Privacy settings in just a couple of clicks with new Privacy Controls. This is the first of a new series of features designed to protect your privacy. Stay tuned!
  • Revised Website Blocked notification with clearer copy and a streamlined way to add websites to the Allow List.
  • Revised verbiage of VPN card on Dashboard for improved clarity.
Issues Fixed
  • Resolved an issue that prevented Anti-Ransomware Protection from starting on some Lenovo devices.
  • The VPN kill switch activation now displays correctly in the Tray Menu.
  • Fixed missing IP auto-fill when adding to the Allow List from Detection History.
  • Fixed persistence of the "If scan missed or skipped" option in Scheduled Scans.
  • Various copy, localization, and accessibility improvements.


Take a walk through the "Security Garden" -- Where Everything is Coming up Roses!

Remember - A day without laughter is a day wasted.
May the wind sing to you and the sun rise in your heart.

Corrine

#49
October 17, 2025, 12:41:36 PM
Malwarebytes v5.4.2.217 component package 143.0.5407 released.

From MBAM 5:

What's New
  • Added two new toggles to Privacy Controls: manage ads in Windows notifications and personalized content in Windows Settings.
  • Introduced the ability to back up and restore the Allow List directly from the app.
  • Added quick access to the Scan Scheduler from the Scanner Card's three-dots menu.
  • Minor UI and localization improvements.

Issues Fixed
  • Fixed an issue that could cause multiple Malwarebytes icons to appear in the system tray.
  • Fixed an issue that could prevent the installer from completing in some cases.


Take a walk through the "Security Garden" -- Where Everything is Coming up Roses!

Remember - A day without laughter is a day wasted.
May the wind sing to you and the sun rise in your heart.

Corrine

#50
October 30, 2025, 06:02:49 PM
Malwarebytes v5.4.3.221 component package 144.0.5414 released.

From MBAM 5:

What's New
  • Privacy Controls now detect any Remote Desktop software installed on your device and let you choose whether to keep or remove it.
  • Scan Scheduler is now included among the interactive guide suggestions on the Dashboard.
  • Allow List automatically scrolls to the most recently added item for easier verification.
Issues Fixed
  • Fixed an issue where Web Protection blocks were sometimes ignoring items in the Allow List.
  • Minor UI and localization fixes.


Take a walk through the "Security Garden" -- Where Everything is Coming up Roses!

Remember - A day without laughter is a day wasted.
May the wind sing to you and the sun rise in your heart.

Corrine

#51
November 13, 2025, 09:50:58 PM
Malwarebytes v5.4.4.225 component package 145.0.5428 released.

From MBAM 5:

What's New
  • You can now open Notifications settings directly from any notification
  • Restoring quarantined items will now offer to exclude future detections automatically
  • The Dashboard interactive guide now includes new tips to help explore Settings and VPN features
  • The "Ads in Notifications" Windows Privacy setting is now also available for Windows 10
Issues Fixed
  • Fixed an issue where the "Remote connection blocked" notification was not appearing.
  • Other minor UI and localization fixes


Take a walk through the "Security Garden" -- Where Everything is Coming up Roses!

Remember - A day without laughter is a day wasted.
May the wind sing to you and the sun rise in your heart.

Corrine

#52
December 02, 2025, 02:07:38 PM
Malwarebytes v5.4.5.226 component package 146.0.5441 released.

From MBAM 5:

What's New
  • Malwarebytes Scam Guard, our AI-powered Scam Detector, is now available on Windows. Try it out and let us know what you think! More info.
  • Added a new Privacy Controls toggle that to disable web search results in the Windows Start menu
Issues Fixed
  • Fixed an issue that could prevent rootkit scans from running in some cases
  • Fixed a problem that could cause multiple Malwarebytes icons to appear in the system tray
  • Other minor UI and localization fixes


Take a walk through the "Security Garden" -- Where Everything is Coming up Roses!

Remember - A day without laughter is a day wasted.
May the wind sing to you and the sun rise in your heart.

Corrine

#53
January 12, 2026, 07:11:24 PM
Malwarebytes v 5.4.6.227 component package 147.0.5453 released.

From MBAM 5:

What's New
  • Free User Wizard: when users move from Trial to Free, a new guided flow helps them choose which notifications they want to receive.
    The new flow can also be accessed anytime via "?" → "Manage alerts".
  • Monthly Scheduled Scan for Free users: Free users can now enable a monthly security scan, with clearer guidance in the app.
  • Added an extra safety checkbox when adding a domain or IP address to the Allow List.
Issues Fixed
  • Minor UI and localization fixes


Take a walk through the "Security Garden" -- Where Everything is Coming up Roses!

Remember - A day without laughter is a day wasted.
May the wind sing to you and the sun rise in your heart.

Corrine

#54
January 27, 2026, 06:54:27 PM
Malwarebytes version 5.4.7.229 component package 148.0.5470 released.

From MBAM 5:

What's New
  • Silence "Trial available" notifications: Users can now silence "Trial available" notifications via the Marketing notifications setting, alongside other non-critical notifications
  • Privacy redirect in Tools: System Tweaks in Tools now redirects users to Privacy Controls
Issues Fixed
  • Fixed an issue that prevented DuckDuckGo users from activating via SSO
  • Windows Firewall Control: Protected High filtering rules from being accidentally deleted
  • Minor UI and localization fixes


Take a walk through the "Security Garden" -- Where Everything is Coming up Roses!

Remember - A day without laughter is a day wasted.
May the wind sing to you and the sun rise in your heart.

Corrine

#55
February 05, 2026, 06:24:02 PM
Malwarebytes version 5.4.8.232 component package 149.0.5487 released.

From MBAM:

What's New
  • Allow list input validation: when an item is added to the Allow List, the app now detects what you entered (IP address or URL).
  • Interactive dashboard guide: you can now permanently dismiss non-essential recommendations.
  • Scam Guard reporting: you can now report suspicious links, emails, and phone numbers with one click using the Report button in chat.
Issues Fixed
  • Monthly scan banner: fixed an issue where the Free Monthly Scan banner wouldn't reappear in the Scan Scheduler after deleting a monthly scan.
  • Fixed an issue where domains in invalid format could be added to the Allow List.
  • Minor UI and localization fixes.


Take a walk through the "Security Garden" -- Where Everything is Coming up Roses!

Remember - A day without laughter is a day wasted.
May the wind sing to you and the sun rise in your heart.

Corrine

#56
February 19, 2026, 09:06:13 PM
Malwarebytes version 5.5.0.237 component package 150.0.5500 released.

From MBAM:

What's New
  • File Shredder: a brand-new addition to our Tools that allows users to permanently delete a file from their hard drive or even a USB.
  • Scan Report enhancements: improved scan report readability in the Advanced tab for scan duration and scan results; also added scan type in the exported scan report filename.
  • Improved Website blocked notifications: website block alerts can now show both a friendly app name and the filename (app.exe) for easier identification.
Issues Fixed
  • Detection history sorting: fixed an issue where detection history could sort dates/times incorrectly.
  • Fixed an issue where mbamservice might not load properly on Windows.
  • Minor UI and localization fixes.


Take a walk through the "Security Garden" -- Where Everything is Coming up Roses!

Remember - A day without laughter is a day wasted.
May the wind sing to you and the sun rise in your heart.

Corrine

#57
March 06, 2026, 03:01:53 PM
Malwarebytes version 5.5.1.240 component package 151.0.5515 released.

From MBAM:

What's New
  • Minor graphical refinements for improved consistency and usability
Issues Fixed
  • Fixed issues that could prevent Malwarebytes from launching in certain situations
  • Fixed an issue when maximizing the application in multi-monitor setups
  • "See Malwarebytes server location" link now points to the correct list of server locations


Take a walk through the "Security Garden" -- Where Everything is Coming up Roses!

Remember - A day without laughter is a day wasted.
May the wind sing to you and the sun rise in your heart.

Corrine

#58
March 20, 2026, 09:11:11 PM
Malwarebytes version 5.5.2.242 component package 152.0.5541 released.

From MBAM 5:

What's New
  • Simplified activation via MB-code through smarter input logic
  • Exported Custom Scan Report now lists scanned folders
Issues Fixed
  • Fixed Deep Scan naming in Scan Report
  • Improved button labeling when completing an update in Tamper protection controls
  • Resolved a glitch when opening Malwarebytes from the tray in a multi-monitor setup
  • Addressed minor UI and localization issues


Take a walk through the "Security Garden" -- Where Everything is Coming up Roses!

Remember - A day without laughter is a day wasted.
May the wind sing to you and the sun rise in your heart.
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