Software Update: Malwarebytes 4.5.15.215

Malwarebytes has released a new version of its eponymous antivirus program. This program is aimed at combating malware, such as malicious software that masquerades as a bona fide anti-virus or anti-spyware solution, but actually has less good intentions, such as ransom– or scareware. In addition to the free version, there is a paid version, which offers additional functionality, including real-time protection. The changelog for this release looks like this:

What’s New:

• Improved updating functionality
• Performance improvements
• Detection and remediation improvements

Some Issues Now Addressed:

• Fixed: Links in Scan results no longer redirect to a higher level of detection names
• Fixed: After Update mbam.exe unable to launch: ‘this app cannot run on this PC’ mbam.exe -0- bytes. Under certain circumstances
• Fixed: FundEZ14 application and network drives not accessible
• Fixed: Windows 11 periodic mbamtray ‘not responding’ after coming out of sleep mode
• Some UI Issues now fixed:
  • UI will be closed if the user will not continue with the update process
  • RTP card\Security news feed display has a blank area in Dark Mode
  • Trial expired notification showing repeatedly