Malwarebytes для Windows 5.4.0.213

Features and improvements

• Added location info in VPN connection notification
• Introduced a new setting to disable the “What’s New” notification
• Refined Dashboard layout for free users

Issues fixed

• Fixed an issue where the first VPN connection rule added was not persisted and was lost after restarting the product
• Fixed minor localization issues

Features and improvements

• Added two new Trusted Advisor recommendations:
  • A reminder for Identity Theft Protection customers to activate their subscription
  • A prompt encouraging new users to try our free Digital Footprint Scan

Issues fixed

• Fixed an issue that disabled Web Protection after downgrading from latest beta version to latest production version
• Resolved incorrect notification positioning in case of screen DPI or resolution changes

Additional notes

This release also includes all features and fixes originally introduced in v5.2.9.176 (component package 129.0.5196). That version's rollout was paused due to the Web Protection issue, which has now been resolved.

Features and improvements

• Introduced a web-based login system for activation through my.malwarebytes.com, now supporting Google, Apple, and Facebook authentication
• Added system architecture details in the “About Malwarebytes” screen
• Improved startup performance

Issues fixed

• Fixed a problem where the “Real-Time Protection turned off” notification appeared at startup in some cases, even though protection was active and functioning correctly
• Resolved an issue where a Windows 11-specific Trusted Advisor alert was incorrectly displayed on Windows 10

Additional notes

Due to an issue with the Web Protection module, we’ve paused the rollout of this version. We’re actively working on a fix and will release an updated version as soon as possible.

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

We have introduced a new versioning system for our component package updates

What's new in v5.2.7.167 component package 1.0.5160.

Usability 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

What's new in v5.2.6.163 component package 1.0.5146

Usability improvements

• Introduced 3 new Trusted Advisor recommendations related to Windows Settings
  • Note: Recommended actions may differ from one device to another based on unique configurations
• New descriptions and headers for all Trusted Advisor recommendations
• Other minor usability improvements in Notification Center and My Subscription pages

Issues fixed

• Minor UI bugs

What's new in v5.2.4.157 component package 1.0.5116

Usability improvements

• Revised logic for Scan complete notifications
• Improved info-tip interactions
• VPN Kill Switch requires enabling the Start Malwarebytes with Windows option

Issues fixed

• Minor UI bugs

What's new in v5.2.3.156 component package 1.0.5108

Features and improvements

• Self-protection improvements
• Minor UX improvements: localized Trusted Advisor description, revised subscription plan names to match My Account

Issues fixed

• VPN connection fails after Windows 24H2 upgrade
• Various minor bugs

What's new in v5.2.2.154 component package 1.0.5101

Features and improvements

• Improved support for Windows 11 24H2 update
• Malwarebytes Free users can now opt in to Beta updates
• Localization updates
• Minor usability improvements
• Removed Trusted Advisor - Other devices feature from dashboard and Trusted Advisor page. We are evaluating improvements to this feature based on user feedback.

Issues fixed

• Minor UI bugs

What's new in v5.2.1.144 component package 1.0.5088

Features and improvements

• Self-protection enhancements to block vulnerable legitimate applications often used in malicious activities
• Minor updates to Trusted Advisor to alert users when actions are required
• Localization updates
• Support for improved “What’s new” announcements

Issues fixed

• Crash reductions
• Accessibility fixes
• Unable to open Notification Center

Known issues
Windows 11 version 24H2 compatibility

• Users may experience a delay in startup when launching Microsoft Office applications, Adobe Reader, or when printing from Chrome browser. Fix currently targeted for November 14 2024 release.
• Monitoring for unsecured Wi-Fi connections may trigger the Windows Location Access prompt to appear (example: Malwarebytes version 5.2.1.144 needs permission to use signals like GPS or Wi-Fi, which can be used to determine your precise location). Note: Malwarebytes does not access your device’s location. This notification is triggered because Malwarebytes uses Windows provided methods for the purpose of determining whether your Wi-Fi connection is to a secure - or insecure - access point. Fix currently targeted for November 14 2024 release.