Malwarebytes has released version 4.5 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. The changelog for this release looks like this:
Features and improvements
- Improved the installation experience with additional guidance on each install step.
- Malwarebytes for Windows Security Advisor
- Added Windows Update monitoring.
- Improved Firewall monitoring.
- Added the ability to dismiss Scheduled Scan monitoring.
- Added additional info tips.
- Added the ability to expand or collapse categories.
- Added a progress bar when installing updates.
- Enhanced web protection to address inadvertently blocking local network addresses.
Issues fixed
- MBAM-5627: Security Advisor was incorrectly reporting the firewall was turned off.
- MBAM-5726: Clicking buy now caused a pending reboot to occur in Malwarebytes.
- MBAM-5621: Microsoft Office w-script was not blocked by Anti-Exploit protection.
- MBAM-5614: Outbound UDP network connections blocked.
- MBAM-5613: Navigating to a blocked website twice caused a connection error.
- MBAM-5533: Incorrect info icon when using Dark Mode theme.
| Version number | 4.5.0.152 |
| Release status | Final |
| Operating systems | Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 10, Windows 11 |
| Website | Malwarebytes |
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| License type | Freeware/Paid |