Software Update: Malwarebytes 4.2.2.95

Malwarebytes has released version 4.2.2 of its eponymous antivirus program. This program is aimed at fighting malware, such as malicious software that pretends to be a bona fide antivirus or antispyware solution, but in reality has less good intentions, such as ransom– or scareware† In addition to the free version, there is a paid variant, which offers additional functionality, including real-time protection. In this release we find the following changes and improvements:

Improvements

• Detection and remedy.
• performance.
• Updating functionality.

Issues Fixed

• rundll32 AE block in Word.
• Mwac.sys BSOD: PAGE_FAULT_IN_NONPAGED_AREA under certain circumstances.
• Telemetry error “processPath is empty” after MWAC exclusion is added using tray.
• A few UI issues.
• Users report to lose connection (visibility) to the LAS or Network Neighborhood after upgrading to component package version 1.0.1070.