Where do the new definitions go when updating?

[Richard_P]

Are the updates of malware definitions integrated directly into the program or are they stored elsewhere?  I am trying to help a friend with his infected computer which is not on the Internet.  Ultimately I need to download the program, update it, and then somehow get it on his system via USB to try and eliminate the virus.  Thanks.

[daledoc1]

Hi:

 

From the FAQ, Item #4:

 

ISSUE: I need to get the latest database onto a computer that cannot access the Internet.
SOLUTION: You can manually copy the database from a working computer using a flash drive or CD onto the infected PC. Our database file is stored in the following locations.

• Windows XP and 2000
• C:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Application Data\Malwarebytes\Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware\rules.ref
• Windows Vista and Windows 7 (and 8):
• C:\ProgramData\Malwarebytes\Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware\rules.ref
  
  Note: Starting with Malwarebytes Anti-Malware 1.60, you must also copy the file database.conf located within the Configuration folder which is in the same folder as rules.ref listed above.

You can also download a manual update from here - NOTE: This manual update will always be way behind in version level compared to updates from within the program.

 

Let us know if this resolves your issue.

 

Thanks,

 

daledoc1