Malwarebytes 3.0 Released

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Malwarebytes

3.0 / December 8, 2016

Performance/protective capability

Added signature-less anti-exploit and anti-ransomware protection (Premium only)
Up to 4x faster scan speeds, including even quicker Hyper Scans
Removed non-essential reboots after certain malware removal events
Advanced heuristic engine (Shuriken) now enabled by default
Self-protection now enabled by default (Premium only)
Usability

Redesigned user interface for improved user experience
Now configurable to integrate with Windows Action Center/Windows Security Center (Premium only)
Update checks are done automatically so they don’t need to be scheduled
Improved support for keyboard navigation and screen readers
Stability/issues fixed

Added ability to lock down My Account screen via User Access Policy
Added ability to collect enhanced logs when directed to do so by support
Fixed issue where Scheduler did not adjust for Daylight Saving Time
Fixed issue where Scheduler defaulted to hourly Threat Scan instead of daily
Fixed issue where Chameleon reported error messages numerous times to Windows Event Viewer
Changed “Recover if missed by” setting in Scheduler to “Off” by default
Prevented rootkit scanning in Custom Scans if full system drive is not selected
Updated to latest version of 7-Zip DLL
Addressed other miscellaneous defects: https://www.malwarebytes.com/support/releasehistory/  : https://www.malwarebytes.com/   MALWAREBYTES 3.0: NOW STRONGER AND SMARTER
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Our engineers have now made your best defense against advanced threats even better. Malwarebytes 3.0 now offers four malware-fighting modules:

Anti-malware
Anti-ransomware
Anti-exploit
Malicious website protection
You have all the best Malwarebytes detection, protection, and malware-removal in one tight package. Stop paying for your old, clunky antivirus.

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What it does for you

Malwarebytes Premium protects you from advanced threats
Protects you from advanced threats
Detects and removes malware in real-time with advanced anti-malware, anti-spyware, and anti-rootkit technology. Scans for the newest and most dangerous threats automatically, so you’re protected without having to even think about it.
Malwarebytes Premium protects your files from being locked and held for ransom
Protects your files from being locked and held for ransom
Stops unknown and known ransomware with proprietary next-gen technology that works proactively to shield your files. This is a powerful, complete defense that blocks ransomware, and not a simple decryption tool. So you’re protected from tomorrow’s “Ransomware Attack!” headlines today.
Malwarebytes Premium Prevents your programs from being used against you
Prevents your programs from being used against you
Wraps your browser and software programs in four layers of defense, stopping attacks that use vulnerabilities in those programs to infect your computer.
Malwarebytes Premium protects you from fake and infected websites
Protects you from fake and infected websites
Detects and prevents contact with fake websites and malicious links. You are proactively protected from downloading malware, hacking attempts, and infected advertising. Worried about wandering into a “bad” Internet neighborhood? Now you don’t have to be.
Malwarebytes Premium scans faster, scans smarter
Scans faster, scans smarter
Lightning-fast Hyper Scan mode targets only the threats that are currently active. Faster analysis. Still gets results. Run a scan in the background while you boot up your favorite game. It's done by the time you're ready to play. :  https://www.virustotal.com/en/file/003f2.../analysis/   SHA256: 003f2674454c5af272b9d24ea4c4c6dc4b669cf2d5f29d17ea4430846c15a51a
File name: mb3-setup-chipde.13595-3.0.4.1269.exe
Detection ratio: 0 / 55
Analysis date: 2016-12-08 17:02:44 UTC ( 16 minutes ago ) Copyright© 2016 Malwarebytes. All Rights Reserved.
Product Malwarebytes
File version 3.0.4.1269
Description Malwarebytes
Comments This installation was built with Inno Setup.
Signature verification  Signed file, verified signature
Signing date 9:48 PM 11/29/2016
Signers
[+] Malwarebytes Corporation
[+] DigiCert Assured ID Code Signing CA-1
[+] DigiCert
Counter signers
[+] DigiCert Timestamp Responder
[+] DigiCert Assured ID CA-1
[+] DigiCert
 Packers identified
F-PROT INNO, appended  VirusTotal metadata
First submission 2016-11-29 23:08:59 UTC ( 1 week, 1 day ago )
Last submission 2016-12-08 17:02:44 UTC ( 16 minutes ago )
File names mb3-setup-consumer-3.0.4.1269.exe
mb3-setup-chipde.13595-3.0.4.1269.exe
mb3-setup-consumer-3.0.4.1269.exe
mb3-setup-consumer-3.0.4.1269 (1).exe
mb3-setup-consumer-3.0.4.1269.exe
mb3-setup-consumer-3.0.4.1269.exe
mb3-setup-consumer-3.0.4.1269.exe
mb3-setup-consumer-3.0.4.1269.exe
mb3-setup-consumer-3.0.4.1269.exe
mb3-setup-consumer-3.0.4.1269.exe
mb3-setup-consumer-3.0.4.1269.exe
mb3-setup-consumer-3.0.4.1269.exe
mb3-setup-consumer-3.0.4.1269.exe
MalwareBytes_Beta-NextProductAntiMalware_v3.0.4.1269.exe
mb3-setup-consumer-3.0.4.1269.exe
mb3-setup-consumer-3.0.4.1269.exe
mb3-setup-consumer-3.0.4.1269.exe

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3.0.6 / January 25, 2017
Performance/protective capability

• Several improvements to malware detection and remediation capabilities
  
• Several performance improvements, including improving startup time, addressing memory leaks and reducing CPU usage after a scan has completed
  
• Added MS Publisher as a default Protected Application for anti-exploit protection
  

Usability

• Fixed issue where a previously activated Premium license could be dropped incorrectly
  
• Fixed issue where Malwarebytes version information would revert to default values of 3.0.0 in certain cases, such as when coming back from minimal safe mode
  
• Fixed issue where ‘Real-Time Protection turned off’ notifications would display incorrectly on initial startup
  
• Fixed problem where the "Check for updates every" setting would get stuck at 14 days after changing frequency to "Days"
  
• Fixed Help question marks throughout the main user interface so that they work when clicked
  

Stability/issues fixed

• Addressed several crashes and blue screens, including the BSOD that could occur with Web Protection on Windows Insider Previews
  
• Fixed the issue with Exploit Protection that caused Edge to crash/hang on Windows Insider Previews
  
• Fixed issue when Exploit Protection was enabled that caused PowerPoint to not load
  
• Fixed conditions that could lead to an ‘Unable to connect to service’ error
  
• Fixed issue where exclusions did not work properly when there were associated threat traces detected
  
• Fixed issue where Web Protection would not start up properly
  
• Fixed numerous scan hangs or crashes, including one that could occur during heuristics phase
  
• Numerous other fixes to improve overall program stability and usability
  

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3.2 / August 22, 2017
Performance/protective capability

• Improved memory usage
  
• Reinstalling with an older installer will no longer downgrade update packages
  
• Improved self-protection module stability and resiliency
  
• Numerous enhanced malware protection techniques and remediation capabilities
  

Usability

• Clicking 'Install Application Updates' button now downloads available component updates and releases regardless of limits in place for automatic update delivery
  
• Added a button to access the ‘Malwarebytes My Account’ portal from in-app My Account screen
  
• Added new setting that allows you to opt in to automatically receive Beta component updates and full releases
  
• Minor user interface redesigns, including confirmation of scan completion post-reboot
  

Stability/issues fixed

• Fixed numerous problems that could occur when upgrading from earlier versions to Malwarebytes 3
  
• Fixed an issue where updates would fail if attempted right after PC comes out of sleep
  
• Fixed an issue where the user interface could become non-responsive if mapped drives were present
  
• Fixed several issues that could lead to an ‘Unable to connect the service’ message
  
• Improved overall stability of drivers
  
• Addressed several translation issues
  
• Fixed several crashes and hangs related to the service and tray
  
• Addressed many other miscellaneous defects and user interface improvements