Software Update: Malwarebytes Anti-Malware 2.00.0.1000 RC 1

The development of Anti-Malware version 2.0 is nearing its end and Malwarebytes has released the first release candidate. This program is aimed at fighting spy, ad and malware, especially the removal of 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 version 2.0 we find, among other things, a new user interface, Anti-Rootkit and the Chameleon driver are now included as standard and the module for blocking malicious websites has been considerably improved. Furthermore, the lifetime license will be converted into an annual subscription, so those who still want to use the first option should hurry up. Below is the list of improvements made in this release.

The following changes have been made.

• Language translations are now included with 2.0
• Several issues with rootkit removal and repair fixed
• Issue where databases were sometimes reported as corrupt after an update fixed
• Obsolete Malwarebytes Anti-Malware 1.75 help file removed from 2.0 installer
• Path for folders and registry keys removed by scans are no longer reported as blank
• Items removed by a scan may now be restored from quarantine after a system restart with self-protection enabled
• Canceling a scan when using Chameleon to run Malwarebytes Anti-Malware no longer results in a BSOD
• Print preview function in Firefox is no longer blocked when self-protection is enabled
• Issue with fixing malicious GPO policies with Chameleon fixed
• BSOD with Webroot SecureAnywhere fixed

To download the latest version, please click CHECK FOR UPDATES in the application. We would love if most of you upgraded this way to test the upgrade path.