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Malwarebytes BETA for Windows

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Version: 5.2.8.173
Component package: 128.0.5172
Release Date: February 27, 2025
Release Notes: Malwarebytes Beta 5

Features and improvements
> Trusted Advisor enhancements:
>> Recommendations are now grouped based on severity
>> Added two new recommendations related to Windows settings
>>>note: recommended actions may differ from one device to another based on unique configurations
>>Improved localization support
>Restricted Allow List rules for Websites to accept domain-only URLs

Issues fixed
> Resolved an issue where Malwarebytes failed to start in some cases when Windows Fast Startup was enabled

Additional notes
> The change to the Component Package version number reflects an internal improvement of our versioning system, nothing to be worried about.




Malwarebytes WHQL for Windows
Version: 5.2.7.167
Component package: 1.0.5160
Release Date: February 20, 2025
Release Notes: Malwarebytes 5

Features and improvements
> Improved localization support in Trusted Advisor detail page
> Improved localization support in the email verification step of the Digital Footprint scan

Issues fixed
> Resolved an issue with the Trusted Advisor recommendation about unsecured WiFi networks not working on Windows 11 24H2
> Fixed a bug where the Context Menu Scan command mishandled file paths containing spaces
> Fixed an issue where the Tray Icon was not showing a red dot when one or more protection layers were disabled

 
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    Windows 10
For BETA testers. Malwarebytes for Windows v4.5.14.210 - CU 1.0.1772 BETA is available.

Announcement: Malwarebytes 4.5 Beta

What’s New in this Beta:
  • 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 (additional fixes or tests/ confirmed)
  • Fixed: MBAMService crash after DB update
  • Fixed: Quicken cannot update PNC bank info when Web Protection is enabled
  • Fixed: MBAM consumes all RAM and up to 60% CPU if the scan is scheduled to the winter time shifting
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The current release version is still v4.5.14.210 - CU 1.0.1767
 
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    Windows macOS Linux
Release version... v4.5.14.210 - CU 1.0.1772

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My Computer

System One

  • OS
    Windows 10 Pro 64-bit 22H2 19045.4046
    Computer type
    PC/Desktop
    Manufacturer/Model
    Dell/Vostro 470 (Year 2012)
    CPU
    Intel i7-3770 @ 3.40GHz
    Memory
    8 GB
    Graphics Card(s)
    AMD 7500 Radeon HD Series
    Sound Card
    Realtek Hi-Def Audio
    Monitor(s) Displays
    Dell U2412M
    Hard Drives
    1 TB 7200 HDD
    Keyboard
    Dell/USB
    Mouse
    Dell/USB
    Internet Speed
    100/10
    Browser
    Edge
    Antivirus
    Windows Security/MalwareBytes Premium
For BETA testers. Malwarebytes for Windows v4.5.15.215 - CU 1.0.1784 BETA is available.

Announcement: Malwarebytes 4.5 Beta

What’s New in this Beta:
  • Robust support for systems upgrading from Windows 7, 8, 8.1 to Windows 10 or higher
  • Detection and remediation improvements
Some Issues now addressed:
  • Fixed: Security Advisor is not recognizing Browser Guard installed on Edge browser
  • Fixed: MB won't open from desktop icon nor mbamtray
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The current release version is still v4.5.14.210 - CU 1.0.1772
 

My Computer

System One

  • OS
    Windows macOS Linux
Malwarebytes for Windows v4.5.15.215 - CU 1.0.1784 has been released.

Announcement: Malwarebytes 4.5

What’s New:

  • Robust support for systems upgrading from Windows 7, 8, 8.1 to Windows 10 or higher
  • Detection and remediation improvements
Some Issues now addressed:

  • Fixed: Security Advisor is not recognizing Browser Guard installed on Edge browser
  • Fixed: MB won't open from desktop icon nor mbamtray
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My Computer

System One

  • OS
    Windows macOS Linux
For BETA testers. Malwarebytes for Windows v4.5.16.216 - CU 1.0.1789 BETA is available.

Announcement: Malwarebytes 4.5 Beta

What’s New in this Beta:
  • Detection and remediation improvements
Some Issues now addressed:
  • Fixed: Expert systems setting not honored after upgrade (RTP)
  • Fixed: Browser Guard integration doesn't work if MBAM is installed to non-default folder
  • Fixed: Ransomware protection will not turn on under certain circumstances
  • Fixed: Browser Guard integration doesn't work if MBAM is installed to a folder which has non-Latin letters in it's name
  • Fixed: Iris Toaster Message seen Twice in the same Day
  • Fixed: Resource leak in ARW driver initialization failure causes BSOD
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The current release version is still v4.5.15.215 - CU 1.0.1784
 

My Computer

System One

  • OS
    Windows macOS Linux
For BETA testers. Malwarebytes for Windows v4.5.16.217 - CU 1.0.1792 BETA is available.

Announcement: Malwarebytes 4.5 Beta

Issue addressed:

  • Fixed: CU70 Beta 1789 fails to update to new CU
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The current release version is still v4.5.15.215 - CU 1.0.1784
 

My Computer

System One

  • OS
    Windows macOS Linux
A new version of Malwarebytes is available -

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My Computer

System One

  • OS
    Windows 11 Pro 24H2 (Build 26100.3323)
    Computer type
    PC/Desktop
    Manufacturer/Model
    Dell Precision 3660 Tower Workstation
    CPU
    12th Gen Intel(R) Core(TM) i9-12900 5.10 GHz
    Motherboard
    64-bit operating system, x64-based processor
    Memory
    32.00 GB
    Graphics Card(s)
    Intel UHD Graphics 770
    Sound Card
    Realtek Audio
    Monitor(s) Displays
    Dell P2714H Monitor
    Screen Resolution
    1920 x 1080
    Hard Drives
    1 x 512GB NVME PC801 NVMe SK hynix - BOOT
    1 x 1TB Seagate ST1000LM049-2GH172 Internal HDD
    1 x 1TB Seagate STGX4000400 External HDD
    1 x 2TB Seagate STGX4000400 External HDD
    1 x 4TB Seagate STGX4000400 External HDD
    PSU
    300 Watts
    Cooling
    Air
    Keyboard
    Microsoft Wired Keyboard 600
    Mouse
    Microsoft USB Basic Optical Mouse v2.0
    Browser
    Firefox
    Antivirus
    Windows Defender + Malwarebytes Premium
    Other Info
    BaseBoard Manufacturer Dell Inc.
    BaseBoard Product 0J1CP3
    BaseBoard Version A01
For BETA testers. Malwarebytes for Windows v4.5.17.221 - CU 1.0.1803 BETA is available.

Announcement: Malwarebytes 4.5 Beta

What’s New in this Beta:
  • When do you want to scan next?
  • Enhanced Updating functionality
  • Detection and remediation improvements
Some Issues now addressed:
  • Fixed: Access Violation in MbamBgNativeMsg.exe Edge and Firefox Windows 11
  • Fixed: UI not opening after component update under certain circumstances (PrepareUpdate() method failed. needed clean/reinstall)
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The current release version is still v4.5.16.217 - CU 1.0.1792
 

My Computer

System One

  • OS
    Windows macOS Linux
For BETA testers. Malwarebytes for Windows v4.5.17.221 - CU 1.0.1806 BETA is available.

Announcement: Malwarebytes 4.5 Beta

Some Issues now addressed:

Fixed: UI telemetry sent in certain conditions.
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The current release version is still v4.5.16.217 - CU 1.0.1792
 

My Computer

System One

  • OS
    Windows macOS Linux
Malwarebytes for Windows v4.5.17.221 - CU 1.0.1806 has been released.

Announcement: Malwarebytes 4.5

What’s New:
  • When do you want to scan next?
  • Enhanced Updating functionality
  • Detection and remediation improvements
Some Issues now addressed:
  • Fixed: Access Violation in MbamBgNativeMsg.exe Edge and Firefox Windows 11
  • Fixed: UI not opening after component update under certain circumstances (PrepareUpdate() method failed. needed clean/reinstall)
  • Fixed: UI telemetry sent in certain conditions.
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System One

  • OS
    Windows macOS Linux

My Computers

System One System Two

  • OS
    Win 11 Pro (24H2 RP)
    Computer type
    Laptop
    Manufacturer/Model
    Acer AN515-54
    CPU
    Intel(R) Core(TM) i5-9300H CPU @ 2.40GHz 2.40 GHz
    Memory
    32GB
    Graphics Card(s)
    Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650, Intel UHD 630
    Monitor(s) Displays
    Acer CB272D
    Screen Resolution
    1920x1080
    Hard Drives
    256GB and 1T SSD
    Keyboard
    Logitech K375S
    Mouse
    Logitech M510
    Internet Speed
    250MB
    Browser
    Edge
    Antivirus
    Malwarebytes
  • Operating System
    Win 11 Pro (Insider Dev Channel, unsupported)
    Computer type
    Laptop
    Manufacturer/Model
    Dell E6410
    CPU
    Intel(R) Core(TM) i7 M620 CPU @ 2.67GHz (non-compliant)
    Memory
    8 GB
    Graphics card(s)
    NVIDIA NVS 3100M
    Screen Resolution
    1440x900
    Antivirus
    Windows Defender
dbartenstein said:
So parity with the Beta now?
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The Malwarebytes' MBAM Program Manager would have made an applicable comment in the release announcement if a re-install was warranted.

IMO the Beta and the Release versions of CU 1.0.1806 are the same.

HTH
 

My Computer

System One

  • OS
    Windows macOS Linux
For BETA testers. Malwarebytes for Windows v4.5.18.226 - CU 1.0.1816 BETA is available.

Announcement: Malwarebytes 4.5 Beta

What’s New in this Beta:
  • Added a notification when you're on insecure wifi
Some Issues now addressed:
  • Fixed: Addressed an issue that could allow malware to evade detection
  • Fixed: Improved reliability of communication between Browser Guard and Malwarebytes 4
  • Fixed: Crashing bug with Anti-Exploit
  • Fixed: Legitimate websites are no longer blocked while connected to Sophos SSL VPN
  • Fixed: Error messages reporting "unable to connect to service" after a Malwarebytes upgrade
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The current release version is still v4.5.17.221 - CU 1.0.1806
 

My Computer

System One

  • OS
    Windows macOS Linux
For BETA testers. Malwarebytes for Windows v4.5.18.226 - CU 1.0.1819 BETA is available.

Announcement: Malwarebytes 4.5 Beta

Issue addressed:

  • In-App Cart Information for purchase
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The current release version is still v4.5.17.221 - CU 1.0.1806
 

My Computer

System One

  • OS
    Windows macOS Linux
New Malwarebytes Beta 4.5.18.226 version component package update 1.0.1823 available. See first post for more details. :-)
 

My Computers

System One System Two

  • OS
    Windows 11 Pro for Workstations
    Computer type
    PC/Desktop
    Manufacturer/Model
    Custom self build
    CPU
    Intel i7-8700K 5 GHz
    Motherboard
    ASUS ROG Maximus XI Formula Z390
    Memory
    64 GB (4x16GB) G.SKILL TridentZ RGB DDR4 3600 MHz (F4-3600C18D-32GTZR)
    Graphics Card(s)
    ASUS ROG-STRIX-GTX1080TI-O11G-GAMING (11GB GDDR5X)
    Sound Card
    Integrated Digital Audio (S/PDIF)
    Monitor(s) Displays
    2 x Samsung Odyssey G75 27"
    Screen Resolution
    2560x1440
    Hard Drives
    1TB Samsung 990 PRO M.2,
    4TB Samsung 990 PRO M.2,
    8TB WD MyCloudEX2Ultra NAS
    PSU
    Seasonic Prime Titanium 850W
    Case
    Thermaltake Core P3 wall mounted
    Cooling
    Corsair Hydro H115i
    Keyboard
    Logitech wireless K800
    Mouse
    Logitech MX Master 3
    Internet Speed
    1 Gbps Download and 35 Mbps Upload
    Browser
    Google Chrome
    Antivirus
    Microsoft Defender and Malwarebytes Premium
    Other Info
    Logitech Z625 speaker system,
    Logitech BRIO 4K Pro webcam,
    HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP M477fdn,
    CyberPower CP1500PFCLCD
    Galaxy S23 Plus phone
  • Operating System
    Windows 11 Pro
    Computer type
    Laptop
    Manufacturer/Model
    Surface Laptop 7 Copilot+ PC
    CPU
    Snapdragon X Elite (12 core) 3.42 GHz
    Memory
    16 GB LPDDR5x-7467 MHz
    Monitor(s) Displays
    15" HDR
    Screen Resolution
    2496 x 1664
    Hard Drives
    1 TB SSD
    Internet Speed
    Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4
    Browser
    Chrome and Edge
    Antivirus
    Windows Defender
New Malwarebytes WHQL 4.5.18.226 version component package update 1.0.1823 available. See first post for more details. :-)
 

My Computers

System One System Two

  • OS
    Windows 11 Pro for Workstations
    Computer type
    PC/Desktop
    Manufacturer/Model
    Custom self build
    CPU
    Intel i7-8700K 5 GHz
    Motherboard
    ASUS ROG Maximus XI Formula Z390
    Memory
    64 GB (4x16GB) G.SKILL TridentZ RGB DDR4 3600 MHz (F4-3600C18D-32GTZR)
    Graphics Card(s)
    ASUS ROG-STRIX-GTX1080TI-O11G-GAMING (11GB GDDR5X)
    Sound Card
    Integrated Digital Audio (S/PDIF)
    Monitor(s) Displays
    2 x Samsung Odyssey G75 27"
    Screen Resolution
    2560x1440
    Hard Drives
    1TB Samsung 990 PRO M.2,
    4TB Samsung 990 PRO M.2,
    8TB WD MyCloudEX2Ultra NAS
    PSU
    Seasonic Prime Titanium 850W
    Case
    Thermaltake Core P3 wall mounted
    Cooling
    Corsair Hydro H115i
    Keyboard
    Logitech wireless K800
    Mouse
    Logitech MX Master 3
    Internet Speed
    1 Gbps Download and 35 Mbps Upload
    Browser
    Google Chrome
    Antivirus
    Microsoft Defender and Malwarebytes Premium
    Other Info
    Logitech Z625 speaker system,
    Logitech BRIO 4K Pro webcam,
    HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP M477fdn,
    CyberPower CP1500PFCLCD
    Galaxy S23 Plus phone
  • Operating System
    Windows 11 Pro
    Computer type
    Laptop
    Manufacturer/Model
    Surface Laptop 7 Copilot+ PC
    CPU
    Snapdragon X Elite (12 core) 3.42 GHz
    Memory
    16 GB LPDDR5x-7467 MHz
    Monitor(s) Displays
    15" HDR
    Screen Resolution
    2496 x 1664
    Hard Drives
    1 TB SSD
    Internet Speed
    Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4
    Browser
    Chrome and Edge
    Antivirus
    Windows Defender
New Malwarebytes Beta 4.5.18.226 version component package update 1.0.1832 available. See first post for more details. :-)
 

My Computers

System One System Two

  • OS
    Windows 11 Pro for Workstations
    Computer type
    PC/Desktop
    Manufacturer/Model
    Custom self build
    CPU
    Intel i7-8700K 5 GHz
    Motherboard
    ASUS ROG Maximus XI Formula Z390
    Memory
    64 GB (4x16GB) G.SKILL TridentZ RGB DDR4 3600 MHz (F4-3600C18D-32GTZR)
    Graphics Card(s)
    ASUS ROG-STRIX-GTX1080TI-O11G-GAMING (11GB GDDR5X)
    Sound Card
    Integrated Digital Audio (S/PDIF)
    Monitor(s) Displays
    2 x Samsung Odyssey G75 27"
    Screen Resolution
    2560x1440
    Hard Drives
    1TB Samsung 990 PRO M.2,
    4TB Samsung 990 PRO M.2,
    8TB WD MyCloudEX2Ultra NAS
    PSU
    Seasonic Prime Titanium 850W
    Case
    Thermaltake Core P3 wall mounted
    Cooling
    Corsair Hydro H115i
    Keyboard
    Logitech wireless K800
    Mouse
    Logitech MX Master 3
    Internet Speed
    1 Gbps Download and 35 Mbps Upload
    Browser
    Google Chrome
    Antivirus
    Microsoft Defender and Malwarebytes Premium
    Other Info
    Logitech Z625 speaker system,
    Logitech BRIO 4K Pro webcam,
    HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP M477fdn,
    CyberPower CP1500PFCLCD
    Galaxy S23 Plus phone
  • Operating System
    Windows 11 Pro
    Computer type
    Laptop
    Manufacturer/Model
    Surface Laptop 7 Copilot+ PC
    CPU
    Snapdragon X Elite (12 core) 3.42 GHz
    Memory
    16 GB LPDDR5x-7467 MHz
    Monitor(s) Displays
    15" HDR
    Screen Resolution
    2496 x 1664
    Hard Drives
    1 TB SSD
    Internet Speed
    Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4
    Browser
    Chrome and Edge
    Antivirus
    Windows Defender
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For BETA testers. Malwarebytes for Windows v4.5.18.226 - CU 1.0.1838 BETA is available. (02-December-2022)

Announcement: Malwarebytes 4.5 Beta

Issue addressed:
  • Onboarding experience Enhancements/streamlining

The current release version is still v4.5.18.226 - CU 1.0.1823
 

My Computer

System One

  • OS
    Windows macOS Linux
Malwarebytes for Windows v4.5.18.226 - CU 1.0.1838 has been released. (05-December-2022)

Announcement: Malwarebytes 4.5
What’s New:
  • When do you want to Scan next enhancements
  • Updating to the newest version functionality enhancements
  • Onboarding experience Enhancements/streamlining
  • Improved performance
  • Improved detection and remediation
Some Issues now addressed:
  • Fixed: Failed to match SerialNumber field of the MB Sectigo certificate
  • Fixed: ARW exclusions are added inconsistently in Free mode
  • Fixed: 0x3b BSOD implicates MWAC
 

My Computer

System One

  • OS
    Windows macOS Linux
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