Malwarebytes has released version 4.5.5 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:
What’s New in this 4.5.5:
- Security Advisor
- Improved experience for Free Users
- Anti-Exploit: MS Access Detections with Access Shield Disabled
- Performance enhancements
Some Issues now addressed:
- Fixed: Restart Required tray notification is cut
- MB4 Tray icons freezing or crashing
- Shield image on the RTP card has a wrong width for Free user
- MBAM crash after deactivation (MWAC.sys verifier is enabled)
- Security Advisor displays incorrect firewall status
- Chrome updates monitor tooltip temporarily not adjusted to a new text when changing statuses
- Fixed: Several more Minor UI issues
| Version number | 4.5.5.175 |
| Release status | Final |
| Operating systems | Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 10, Windows 11 |
| Website | Malwarebytes |
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| License type | Freeware/Paid |