Malwarebytes 1.60 beta

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  1. stapp

    stapp Global Moderator

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    what's new?
     
  3. shadek

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    A good, valid question! What's new in the beta? Changelog?
     
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    Malwarebytes Anti-Malware 1.60.0.1400


    New Features:

    • Malwarebytes Chameleon technology gets Malwarebytes Anti-Malware running even when blocked by infection.
    • Incremental updates (paid version only).
    • Ability to password protect key program settings (paid version only).

    Improvements:

    • Improved reliability and performance of the update process.
    • Detection and removal engine enhancements.
    • System tray icon now dynamically displays selected language.
    • Settings for Protection Module behavior can be changed without protection being active.
    • Improved DOR (Delete On Reboot) technology to enhance threat removal process.
    • Restructured log formats to include greater detail on system information and detected threats.
    • Improved error messages to make them more user friendly.
    • Scheduled updates now occur within 15 minutes of scheduled time.
    • Custom log locations now displayed in Logs tab.
    • Protection logs can be saved in custom locations.
    • Program version release date now displayed on About tab.

    Issues Fixed:

    • Fix for database not updating properly on Czech installations of Microsoft Windows.
    • Fix for certain scenarios where scans failed to complete.
     
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    :D:D:thumb:
     
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    So, key new features:

    - Incremental updates (although not necessary for the majority with unlimited bandwidth)
    - Malwarebytes Chameleon technology (better self protection = always good)

    The rest are just minor fixes and enhancements. :)
     
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    I'm curious btw why Incremental updates is a Pro feature, if they made it a free feature that would save their servers a lot of bandwith.
     
  8. shadek

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    Perhaps they have more than enough bandwidth as it is and are asking themselves; aren't the users more willing than us to lower their bandwidth costs? Money probably rules in the case. :)
     
  9. hogndog

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    So far identical to the previous build, uninstalled the current version first then a clean install with the beta, scanning time is the same for both on my XP Pro SP3.. I'll keep you posted unless my machine goes south but i doubt it will.. :argh:

    Thanks for the heads up! ;)

    Hogndog
     
  10. gerardwil

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    There is no need to uninstall a current version. Install over the top will do.

    @Shadek: Chameleon is more than self protection. MBAM can be installed on an already infected system and more features.
    More about this when final is released(year end)

    Gerard
     
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    Of all the betas I've tested we were told to unistall before but that was for Avira maybe this is different.. o_O

    Hogndog
     
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    I second that! :doubt:
     
  13. rhabdomantist

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    Over top install works fine, quicker than the MSE 4.0 beta, then again I didn't have MBAM real-time engaged. Chameleon is like having built in RKill, nice addition. Don't know how it compares but currently (mbamservice.exe) using 25MB on older XP Home with MSE (@ 35MB) as well. Quick Scan using Chameleon less than normal except for the time (<2 min.) identifying any malicious processes to be killed before scanning.

    :thumb:
     
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    Re: Malwarebytes Sale!!

    It's time for another Wilder's Malwarebytes sale.

    Recently, it's been $9.99 at Amazon and Newegg.

    These guys claim they have it for $8 + shipping (although that site does not look reputable to me).

    http://www.newayelectro.com/pd-malwarebytes-anti-malware-lifetime.cfm

    I would think the MBAM guys would make more charging us $9.99 as opposed to giving Amazon and/or Newegg a cut.

    Wilder's is where MBAM got its footing...

    I already have one copy, I'll get a second if MBAM puts it on sale here.

    (I can't use the same purchase code for my PC and my laptop can I?)


    -FTP
     
  15. STV0726

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    I wish MBAM would bring back the "report false positive" button. I'm sure they had their reasons for removing it, but I apologize for my laziness but I am not a fan of solutions that require users to register for a forum just to report a false detection.

    I say, bring the button back.
     
  16. Francis93

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    Sounds great! :thumb: :D
     
  17. operamail

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    Thanks for the heads up. Its:) new features sounds interesting.
     
  18. ExtremeGamerBR

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    The great news is, I hope the final version out soon. :thumb:
     
  19. Brandonn2010

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    The Chameleon thing sure would have come in handy on Saturday, oh well. Any changes to the GUI?
     
  20. J_L

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    About time such basic features are available.
     
  21. jmonge

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    and password protection:thumb: :thumb:
     
  22. The Hammer

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    I'm using the free version of MBAM and wish I didn't have to keep going into my admin account to update. Maybe they could change that with 1.60.
     
  23. RubbeR DuckY

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    I'll have someone from our product team keep an eye on this thread -- if you have any issues, comments, concerns, keep bringing them up. I promise you we have a queue set up to review all of them :).
     
  24. Frank the Perv

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    Rubber Duckster,

    Love the product evolution. Please keep it coming.

    And make a sale for Wilder's.


    v/r -FTP
     
  25. Brandonn2010

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    I can not tell you how cool that is to have a CEO of a security company actually paying attention to a security forum. I know he may not be the only one but still. :thumb:
     
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