Download Malwarebytes 4.5.0.152

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.