Malwarebytes Version 5 Updates

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From Announcing Malwarebytes 5.0

 

What’s new

• Unified user experience - For the first time, Malwarebytes now provides a consistent experience across all of our desktop and mobile products courtesy of an all new and reimagined user experience powered by a faster and more responsive UI all managed through an intuitive dashboard.
• Modern security and privacy integrations - Our award winning antivirus and ultra-fast VPN come together seamlessly in one easy-to-use solution. Whether you’re looking for a next-gen VPN to secure your online activity, or harnessing the power of Browser Guard to block ad trackers and scam sites, taking charge of your privacy is simple.
• Trusted Advisor - Empowers you with real-time insights, easy-to-read protection score and expert guidance that puts you in control over your security and privacy.
  

To get started with the latest version of Malwarebytes, click here for Windows, Mac, iOS, and Android

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Malwarebytes 5.0.17.99 component package 1.0.1169 was released.

 

From Malwarebytes 5.1:

 

Features and improvements

• Localization updates
• Minor UI improvements
  

Issues fixed

• Incorrect/missing translations
• Display mode defaults to Light instead of Follow Windows settings
• Add device option is non-responsive when no seats are available
  

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Malwarebytes v5.1.1.106 component package 1.0.1196 was released.

 

From Malwarebytes 5.1: 

 

Features and improvements

• Added VPN status on hover over tray icon
• Improved tray menu shortcuts for licensed users
• Localization updates
• Improved experience for queued notifications
  

Issues fixed

• Automatic unquarantine option defaults to off
  

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Malwarebytes v5.1.1.106 component package 1.0.1204 was released.

 

From Malwarebytes 5.1:

 

Issues fixed

• Unable to close/dismiss notifications
  

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Malwarebytes v5.1.2.109 component package 1.0.1207 was released.

 

From Malwarebytes 5.1:

 

Features and improvements

• Improved error handling
• Localization improvements
• Slovenia flag added to VPN server selection
• Minor revisions to license state displayed in dashboard header
• Notification improvements for trial users
  

Issues fixed

• Upgrade to Premium promotional message displays in scan summary for licensed users
• Select all option fails on scan results page when scan results contain only one detection
• Allow list not recognizing subscription activation
• Tray menu options not recognizing subscription activation
  

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Malwarebytes v5.1.3.110 component package 1.0.1219 was released.

 

From Malwarebytes 5.1:

 

Features and improvements

• Added My subscription control to Tamper Protection
• Removed viewing protection status for other devices (Malwarebytes for Teams only) - this is a temporary change, feature will be restored in future release
  

Issues fixed

• Unable to pause VPN connection
• Restore default settings doesn’t restore notification timeout setting
  

 

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Malwarebytes v5.1.4.112 component package 1.0.1233 was released.

 

From Malwarebytes 5:

 

You can get the update right away by clicking "Check for updates" in Settings > General. Or, it will be automatically installed if you have automatic updates enabled.

 

Features and improvements

• VPN status indicator added to tray icon
• Improved support for high DPI and low display resolutions
• Improvements for notification display logic
  

Issues fixed

• Tamper Protection bugs
• Crash when exiting Scan Scheduler page
• UI not restarting after updates
  

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Malwarebytes v5.1.4.112 component package 1.0.1244 was released.

 

From Malwarebytes 5:

 

Features and improvements

• Improved keyboard navigation
• General improvements to notification logic
  

Issues fixed

• Minor bug fixes
  

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Malwarebytes v5.1.5.116 component package 1.0.1252 was released.

 

From Malwarebytes 5:

 

Features and improvements

• Redesigned Protection score featuring updated dashboard gauge and simplified score
• 14-day trial of Malwarebytes Plus is now available (only for users without an active subscription at this time)
• Minor improvements to notification logic
  

Issues fixed

• Fixed bug causing unnecessary traffic to Mullvad.net
• Product Guide on Help page links to MB4 guide
• Notifications for website blocks missing details for remote ports scan threats
  

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Malwarebytes v5.1.6.117 component package 1.0.1270 was released. From

 

From Malwarebytes 5:

 

Features and improvements

• Improved logic for queued notifications
• Added 3 second timeout option back for auto-dismiss of informational notifications
• Minor UI improvements
  

Issues fixed

• Active protection causes Windows Media Player to hang
• Fixed translations for notification timeout settings
• Confirmation prompt missing button descriptions when deleting custom applications from Exploit protection
  

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Malwarebytes v5.1.6.117 component package 1.0.1280 released.

 

From Malwarebytes 5: 

 

Features and improvements

• Improved notification logic
• Minor UI improvements
  

Issues fixed

• Fixed bug related to application crashes
  

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Malwarebytes v5.1.7.121 component package 1.0.1293 has been released.

 

From Malwarebytes 5:

 

Features and improvements

• Introducing Identity Protection includes Digital Footprint Scanner and integration for subscriptions that include Identity Theft Protection
  
  • Digital Footprint Scanner: enter your email address to see if your information has been exposed through breaches across the dark web, data brokers, and more.
  • Identity Theft Protection integration: setting up and managing your Identity Theft Protection just got easier. For subscriptions that include Identity Theft Protection, enjoy more convenient access to your protection.
    
• Performance improvements
• Minor UI improvements
  

Issues fixed

• Web Protection startup failure after reboot during Premium trial
• Minor bug fixes
  

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Malwarebytes v5.1.7.121 component package 1.0.5002 has been released.

 

From Malwarebytes 5:

 

Features and improvements

• Revised My Subscription page for Techbench customers
• Minor UI improvements for trial experiences
  

Issues fixed

• Subscription status incorrectly shown as Free during 30-day grace period 
• Incorrect time remaining in trial shown during uninstall
  

 

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Malwarebytes v5.1.8.123 component package 1.0.5007 has been released.

 

From Malwarebytes 5:

 

Issues fixed

• Resolves a notification issue for the trial experience
  

 

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Malwarebytes v5.1.9.124 component package 1.0.5014 released.

 

From Malwarebytes 5:

 

Features and improvements

• Digital footprint scan results now provide additional details for Data breach events
• Added 3rd party icon support for Digital footprint scan results
• Localization improvements
  

Issues fixed

• Malwarebytes fails to start due to Unexpected error
• Broken link for Third-party notices
  

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Malwarebytes v5.1.10.127 component package 1.0.50210 released.

 

From Malwarebytes 5:

 

Features and improvements

• Data breach results now sorted chronologically (newest on top) for Digital footprint scans
• Added check for available disk space before downloading updates
• Minor Tamper Protection improvements
• Reduced disk space usage
• Deprecated the Application updates option to notify when a new version is available in Settings
  

Issues fixed

• Crash reductions
• Small UI bugs
  

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Malwarebytes v5.1.11.133 component package 1.0.5048 released.

 

From Malwarebytes 5:

 

Features and improvements

• Improved protection from fileless attacks
• Enhanced notification logic
  

Issues fixed

• Scans get stuck during check for updates step
• UI fails to start
  

 

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Malwarebytes v5.1.11.139 component package 1.0.5072 was released as a hotfix.

 

From Malwarebytes 5:

 

Issues fixed

• Improved Self-protection capabilities
  

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Malwarebytes v5.2.0.140 component package 1.0.5073 was released.

 

From Malwarebytes 5:

 

Features and improvements

• Dashboard icon refresh
• Added Protection settings option to enable or disable Advanced script and fileless protection
• Revised startup user flow to provide a more comprehensive scan experience for new users 
• Support for improved “What’s new” announcements
  

Issues fixed

• Closing the Malwarebytes is up to date notification results in the Notification center opening
• Fixed Italian translations
• Small bug fixes

Known issues

 

We are actively investigating and working with Microsoft on performance issues related to the Windows 2024 Update (Windows 11 version 24H2). Users may experience a delay in startup when launching Office applications including Word and Excel.

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Malwarebytes v5.2.1.144 component package 1.0.5088 was released.

 

From Malwarebytes 5:

 

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.
  

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Malwarebytes v5.2.2.154 component package 1.0.5101 released.

 

From Malwarebytes 5:

 

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
  

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Malwarebytes 5.2.3.156 component package 1.0.5108 released.

 

From Malwarebytes 5:

 

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

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Malwarebytes v5.2.4.157 component package 1.0.5116 released.

 

From MBAM 5.0:

 

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