New Spy Sweeper v6.1 - any problems?

[scottls]

XP SP3, AntiVir Premium

Spy Sweeper has released v6.1.0.100
Has anybody had problems with it?

[Chubb]

Dare not try, although I have a license ;D :P

[TrojanHunter]

I've just updated to version 6.1 with no problems, but I'm not quite sure what is different from the last version???

[raven211]

Not much from what it seems on their website and then what's new for the software. Pretty much the same lines of descriptions based on zero facts or sources at the same place, or the very same lines. I'm not sure as I'm not active with that company.

[SIR****TMG]

I'm running 6.1.0.100 no problems here, running great.:thumb:

[Triple Helix]

Well this is funny I installed it on my test machine and there is no sign of the Ask Toolbar!! NOD32 didn't go nuts on it also!

Can it be true that they kicked the bad Habit? We will see!

Can anyone else confirm?

TIA,

TH

[chachazz]

Found this:
What's new in Spy Sweeper 6.1.0.100:
· Even More Effective Against Spyware Threats
· This new version of Webroot Spy Sweeper detects and blocks even more forms of spyware at the point of infection, ensuring that your computer is safe against the latest malware threats.

· Enjoy Uninterrupted Games and Movies
· Gamer Mode ensures you are not interrupted while playing online games or watching movies. With a single click, scheduled activities, alerts and updates are temporarily deferred, while shield technology continues to run in the background for ongoing protection.

· A Global Early Response Network
· Through the Webroot Automated Research Network (WARN), Webroot provides faster response to new and emerging threats by analyzing submissions from among the millions of Webroot users worldwide.

· Protection for the Latest Windows Vista® PCs
· Webroot Spy Sweeper is fully compatible with the advanced 64-bit Windows Vista Service Pack 1 operating system. It provides superior protection to the basic security features found in Windows, and will not cause conflicts with those features.

[chachazz]

-{ Quote: "I'm running 6.1.0.100 no problems here, running great.:thumb:" }-

..and that Ask Toolbar...is it gone now?

[SIR****TMG]

no tool bar on the whole suite

[Triple Helix]

I downloaded of all the trials Spysweeper, Spysweeper with AV, Spysweeper with AV and Firewall and installed and removed and no ASK Toolbars on any of them!! :thumb:

I e-mailed support to see if they will go back to the ASK Toolbar so I you be back as soon as they let me know! ;D

TH

[raven211]

-{ Quote: "Found this:
What's new in Spy Sweeper 6.1.0.100:
· Even More Effective Against Spyware Threats
· This new version of Webroot Spy Sweeper detects and blocks even more forms of spyware at the point of infection, ensuring that your computer is safe against the latest malware threats.

· Enjoy Uninterrupted Games and Movies
· Gamer Mode ensures you are not interrupted while playing online games or watching movies. With a single click, scheduled activities, alerts and updates are temporarily deferred, while shield technology continues to run in the background for ongoing protection.

· A Global Early Response Network
· Through the Webroot Automated Research Network (WARN), Webroot provides faster response to new and emerging threats by analyzing submissions from among the millions of Webroot users worldwide.

· Protection for the Latest Windows Vista® PCs
· Webroot Spy Sweeper is fully compatible with the advanced 64-bit Windows Vista Service Pack 1 operating system. It provides superior protection to the basic security features found in Windows, and will not cause conflicts with those features." }-

Yeah, that was what I was refering to. Don't see anything new in that list. In that case the Vista-stuff.

What's the first statement based on!?

[Perman]

Hi,

after seeing this thread, I decided to give it a trial to replace counter spy. With a fresh new key, I am able to use it fully(all shields active).

My feelings are: It does not slow down anything at all, including windowxp startup, IE netsurfing, or software conflicts. As a matter of fact, its shield has since intercept some sites, giving alerts.

For those who have used its previous versions, or those who wish to sample a bit of its power, IMO it is THE time to do it.

So far so good, a good keeper.

[jmonge]

-{ Quote: "Hi,

after seeing this thread, I decided to give it a trial to replace counter spy. With a fresh new key, I am able to use it fully(all shields active).

My feelings are: It does not slow down anything at all, including windowxp startup, IE netsurfing, or software conflicts. As a matter of fact, its shield has since intercept some sites, giving alerts.

For those who have used its previous versions, or those who wish to sample a bit of its power, IMO it is THE time to do it.

So far so good, a good keeper." }-thanks for the value info on the new build

[Fly]

-{ Quote: "Hi,

after seeing this thread, I decided to give it a trial to replace counter spy. With a fresh new key, I am able to use it fully(all shields active).

My feelings are: It does not slow down anything at all, including windowxp startup, IE netsurfing, or software conflicts. As a matter of fact, its shield has since intercept some sites, giving alerts.

For those who have used its previous versions, or those who wish to sample a bit of its power, IMO it is THE time to do it.

So far so good, a good keeper." }-

I have no problems running version 5.5.7 on this old Windows XP computer, but when I first tried 5.8 I noticed an unacceptable slowdown. I know the 5.8build has been changed at least once, and the current 6.x version/build is not the same as the one I saw some time ago.

Do you have a fast computer ? That, and your computer setup, can make all the difference.

[farmerlee]

I've been trialling webroots internet security essentials which has spysweeper in it and its been running fantastic. Seems to run quite light and doesn't impact my startup times. This is running on XP, 2.8ghz c2d cpu with 4gb ram.

[jmonge]

-{ Quote: "I've been trialling webroots internet security essentials which has spysweeper in it and its been running fantastic. Seems to run quite light and doesn't impact my startup times. This is running on XP, 2.8ghz c2d cpu with 4gb ram." }-no wonder 4gb ram ;D i have 1gb and it was too slow but for 4gb ram thats cool enjoy:)

[Perman]

Hi,

for those who may have more questions regarding to my observations of v 6.1

My O/S is Win XP sp3, Intel centrino duo core 2 T5500 1.66 Ghz, RAM is 1 Gb. And the comparison of v5 X (which I have used before) and this V.6X is done on this very same laptop.

I also run McAfee firewall/antivirus, ZA Force Field, Manutu, KeyScrambler personal, Zemana Antilogger for real time.

[jmonge]

-{ Quote: "Hi,

for those who may have more questions regarding to my observations of v 6.1

My O/S is Win XP sp3, Intel centrino duo core 2 T5500 1.66 Ghz, RAM is 1 Gb. And the comparison of v5 X (which I have used before) and this V.6X is done on this very same laptop.

I also run McAfee firewall/antivirus, ZA Force Field, Manutu, KeyScrambler personal, Zemana Antilogger for real time." }-is this new version faster than the previous one,cause i tried it and slow me down alot and only it install,thanks in advance,ah and how is the real time shield?how efective againts malware,thanks again perman:thumb:

[Perman]

-{ Quote: "is this new version faster than the previous one,cause i tried it and slow me down alot and only it install,thanks in advance,ah and how is the real time shield?how efective againts malware,thanks again perman:thumb:" }-
Hi,
The slowdown you have encountered may not be directly attributed to Spy sweeper, IMO.

I notice you use DW, SBIE and Prevx Edge as real time defender.These three may already have consumed some good block of RAM, therefore , with an addition of realtime AS scanner (such as SS's shields), slow down in machine with low capacity of RAM is inevitable.

I have replaced DW and SBIE with ZAFF is solely due to the speed, and hoping to maintain the same level of security,and luckily so far so good. How effective, SS's shields ? I would think they will live up to the standard at least, if not superior to.

Just some experiences to share.

[jmonge]

-{ Quote: "Hi,
The slowdown you have encountered may not be directly attributed to Spy sweeper, IMO.

I notice you use DW, SBIE and Prevx Edge as real time defender.These three may already have consumed some good block of RAM, therefore , with an addition of realtime AS scanner (such as SS's shields), slow down in machine with low capacity of RAM is inevitable.

I have replaced DW and SBIE with ZAFF is solely due to the speed, and hoping to maintain the same level of security,and luckily so far so good. How effective, SS's shields ? I would think they will live up to the standard at least, if not superior to.

Just some experiences to share." }-thanks again,and i run those sandboxes in diferent machines anyway,but at the time i tried ss i was running sandboxie i believe:) i want to try it in another pc(my test pc)is there a trial for ss?thanks

[jmonge]

how is this one compare to spyware doctor?is the trial if there is any is it full realtime protection/removal for the trial period?thanks

[farmerlee]

-{ Quote: "no wonder 4gb ram ;D i have 1gb and it was too slow but for 4gb ram thats cool enjoy:)" }-
It doesn't seem to use a whole heap of memory most of the time. It does jump from 50-100mb at times but this is the full security suite so it might be a bit heavier than the standalone spysweeper. Under normal use and even in games theres no noticeable slowdown so i'm liking this quite a bit.

[jmonge]

cool thanks

[Fly]

I'm curious, does the latest version of the Spy Sweeper (version with or without antivirus) include protection against malicious scripts ?

For as far as I know, there is no such protection. Which is, for their +antivirus version in particular, a serious drawback.

[WilliamMary]

I'v getting network error messages always when I click check for updates, after I sniff the packet, their webroot server had been sending TCP packet with Fin flag to close the connection. very bad service they are !

[jedi_m]

I've updated NOD32 V3 to V4 yesterday and also I've updated Spy Sweeper 5.5.7.124 to new release 6.1.0.100. The computer runs smooth and no conflicts so far. Start up-OK, shot down-OK. I would say that both, NOD and Spy Sweeper had been improved, but I'm curious to see what other users think.

[jedi_m]

I'm frustrated and disappointed...>:(
One day latter, the computer freezes (couple of times) in the middle of surfing the internet and I had to press ON\OFF button to shut it down. And I know is Spy Sweeper, it happened before with version 6.0. It's already on my nerves, I'm trying for long time to make it work, but every version latter than 5.5 failed. They stated ... "this version is even better in any..." and I see it's getting worst. Webroot needs to understand that we need a reliable, fast and light product, we don't need any online back up, any ask bars, monitorings off all kinds, they need to focus just on antispyware.
Now my question is: With NOd32 v4 do I need an other real time Antispyware or not and if the answer is Yes, what would you recommend for real time?
I have already as On Demand: Superantispyware and Malwarebytes.
I'll appreciate any advice,
Thanks

[GES/POR]

-{ Quote: "I'm frustrated and disappointed...>:(
One day latter, the computer freezes (couple of times) in the middle of surfing the internet and I had to press ON\OFF button to shut it down. And I know is Spy Sweeper, it happened before with version 6.0. It's already on my nerves, I'm trying for long time to make it work, but every version latter than 5.5 failed. They stated ... "this version is even better in any..." and I see it's getting worst. Webroot needs to understand that we need a reliable, fast and light product, we don't need any online back up, any ask bars, monitorings off all kinds, they need to focus just on antispyware.
Now my question is: With NOd32 v4 do I need an other real time Antispyware or not and if the answer is Yes, what would you recommend for real time?
I have already as On Demand: Superantispyware and Malwarebytes.
I'll appreciate any advice,
Thanks" }-

SAS or MBAM wich you use ondemand would be better realtime replacement for the AS area. You only need an AS if you frequently encounter it. I never do but i prefer to cover my bases just incase doodoo happens

[jmonge]

-{ Quote: "SAS or MBAM wich you use ondemand would be better realtime replacement for the AS area. You only need an AS if you frequently encounter it. I never do but i prefer to cover my bases just incase doodoo happens" }-i bogth my self a coppy of MBAM it is small application and it is fast and very popular:thumb: popular for some reason;D you know;)

[jedi_m]

Thank you guys, I appreciate the help.
I was thinking to purchase one of MBAM or SAS to replace my Spy Sweeper (my subscription expire soon) and use it on real-time mode. I still don't know witch one is lighter on resources and plays nice with NOD32 when use on real-time.
Anyways I called today Eset Customer Service and told them about the problem and they said that I am better off without any other Antispyware, because Nod32 covers antispyware, malware very well and it will run smoother without conflicting with other security application. Also they told me that in case I am infected with anything they will help me to clean my computer.
So my 2 questions now are:
1. Should I kick out Spy Sweeper and stay with just NOD32 v4?
2. If you think it's OK with an other antispyware real-time, witch one?

Thanks,
Jedi_M

[GES/POR]

Prevention is better then a cure, SAS n NOD r a populair, compatible n smooth combo. SAS is as light as a feather and no NOD is not a great anti spyware n never will be, good anti malware sure

[Fly]

-{ Quote: "I'm frustrated and disappointed...>:(
One day latter, the computer freezes (couple of times) in the middle of surfing the internet and I had to press ON\OFF button to shut it down. And I know is Spy Sweeper, it happened before with version 6.0. It's already on my nerves, I'm trying for long time to make it work, but every version latter than 5.5 failed. They stated ... "this version is even better in any..." and I see it's getting worst. Webroot needs to understand that we need a reliable, fast and light product, we don't need any online back up, any ask bars, monitorings off all kinds, they need to focus just on antispyware.
Now my question is: With NOd32 v4 do I need an other real time Antispyware or not and if the answer is Yes, what would you recommend for real time?
I have already as On Demand: Superantispyware and Malwarebytes.
I'll appreciate any advice,
Thanks" }-

From what I've read, MBAM realtime (paid version) isn't very good. I know SAS is very popular, but I'm not sure what to think of it. (I'm biased against the word 'SUPER', for a start ::) )

I'm not sure about NOD32, I thought it was not good against non-virus malware, but Eset Smart Security would include antispyware protection ???
I just checked, according to av-comparatives NOD32 would be effective against non-virus malware, so I'm not sure where/when I did get that idea.

Of course there is the possibility of conflicts between two real-time antimalware programs.

For me, the version 5.5.7 of the Spy Sweeper works without problems, but I won't renew it.

[Triple Helix]

New version 6.1.0 (Build 107) from 6.1.0 (Build 100) of Spy Sweeper out today has the pre-check ASK Toolbar again.

TH

[Fly]

-{ Quote: "New version 6.1.0 (Build 107) from 6.1.0 (Build 100) of Spy Sweeper out today has the pre-check ASK Toolbar again.

TH" }-

I guess it was too good to last.

And making ASK the default search engine ? I don't know if that's new.

Webroot :thumbd:

I certainly won't renew.

[Triple Helix]

-{ Quote: "I guess it was too good to last.

And making ASK the default search engine ? I don't know if that's new.

Webroot :thumbd:

I certainly won't renew." }-

No it's not new it's been there for the past year but I here you I will not renew also.

TH

[scottls]

-{ Quote: "No it's not new it's been there for the past year but I here you I will not renew also.

TH" }-

SSP Web Guard has warned me MANY times about legitimate "looking" web sites, I was about to visit!-
I also stopped clicking on most Google paid advertisments (usually right side of page, as sooo many were bad!).

I still manage to find no-alert web pages, that try to load poop... on my computer (i.e. brothersoft...), and I report them!-
sooo I surf & open ALL email in free SandBoxie (auto-delete box contents on closing...!)!
~~

Re: ASK toolbar...!- I don't find software "trying" to install extras... (MANY do it!-$) on my computer any big deal, as long as I can opt-out!-
I ALWAYS use Custom install..., and am very wary of all FREE offers... (i.e. AntiVir Premium/spam (Privacy Policy!)/...!)!!
~~~~~~~~~~~~~

I am just now upgrading to SSP.107 on my desktop? :-\ -
Often their updates are buggy, but have never badly corrupted my compukers (15 years- knock on wood!) ???

[pegr]

-{ Quote: "Now my question is: With NOd32 v4 do I need an other real time Antispyware or not and if the answer is Yes, what would you recommend for real time?" }-
A test of NOD32 v4 done by Matt of Remove-Malware.com (the video is on YouTube) suggests that the detection and cleaning of spyware and adware in Version 4 is much improved over Version 3. You are already using MBAM and SAS as on-demand scanners, so I would say that no, you don't need a dedicated antispyware program running in real-time alongside NOD32.

Rather than adding a second signature-based product in real-time you might be better off adding a HIPS or BB. Adding another layer of a different type may give better overall protection, with less overlap and a reduced chance of conflict. Personally, I prefer BB to HIPS because it is quieter and less intrusive. ThreatFire, Mamutu, or Prevx Edge would all be good choices to complement NOD32.

[WilliamMary]

From my evaluation of rogue software or adware protection, NOD is really good comparing with SpySweeper. They don't focus on the this area anymore... Sometimes I have sent sample for webroot customer support. but nothing happend and further more, they request to pay for 99USD to removal malware or something. this is stupid ! If I send sample to other vendor, without any exception, they will update the defintion in less than 12 hours.. but how about Webroot ? give me a break

[WilliamMary]

Why does ssidrv flag up error message ?

eventID:26
Failed to set monitor event fule.

eventID:31
Invalid input parameter found
???