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A new Malwarebytes 4 Beta is now Available


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Malwarebytes Community,

Thank you so much for helping us build and improve your product. The latest version of it, still in the form of a New Beta is available for you to test, download it from this link.

This Beta still only supports manual upgrades from Malwarebytes 3.8.3. In case of any issue with a manual over-install, we recommend a fresh install. We still do not support upgrading from previous 4.x versions.

Please keep in mind, as with all previous Betas from all previous versions, this one provides a preview for identifying possible defects and allows early access to new features. We caution that Betas are not fully tested by Malwarebytes and may include significant issues. We strongly recommend that you backup all of your data prior to installing and using Beta software. It is offered “As-Is” and does not carry any warranties or support services.

So what’s New in this New Malwarebytes 4 Beta:

  • Revised Installer look and feel
  • Improved first time setup (onboarding wizard) 
  • Links to Malwarebytes Labs and knowledge base for detected threats
  • Real-Time Protection Global Stats and Dashboard
  • Embedded Malwarebytes Labs Blog and Articles
  • New check for updates function
  • Added View Detections functionality for Scans in Progress
  • Numerous Improvements to the User Interface
  • Improved Overall Performance, Stability and Compatibility

Some Issues from previous Betas now addressed:

  • Fixed: Scans stuck at Pre-scan Operations 
  • Fixed: Miscellaneous UI Issues
  • Fixed: Miscellaneous Reporting Issues
  • Fixed: Cannot deactivate Expired License and other License Activation Issues
  • Fixed: VCnotext Scan Menu hanging with Assistant.exe fault
  • Fixed: numerous crashes and hangs

We appreciate your continued feedback in this beta forum on existing or new topics.

As Before to save time:

To save time,

Make sure to check current Known Issues.

For reporting False Positives follow the instructions here.

For reporting issues that directly relate to security (vulnerabilities), we appreciate if you follow the instructions here.

Thank you so much!

 

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Known Issues

  • A working internet connection is required for the installer
  • Under certain circumstances the installer requires a fully clean install to complete
  • The installer does not support Safe Mode at this point
  • The installer does not support upgrading from MB4.x
  • False Positives rate will be significantly lower but they can still occur under certain circumstances
  • This version is still English only (Truncated or mix language screens occur if the product is set to another language)
  • Crashes and BSODs can still appear under certain circumstances
  • The UI still can show issues with High DPI and certain screen resolutions
  • Animations within the UI could still occasionally appear clunky
  • Miscellaneous visual and cosmetic glitches such as borders disappearing, missed alignments, color mismatches and hover-over effects missing
  • Copy can still be provisional in certain screens and or wrong or missing
  • This new version does not support Windows 8, it supports Windows 7, Windows 8.1 and newer. It does not support Tablets

Certain 3rd party AVs will either block MB4's installation or even show it as a False Positive

 

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Submitting False Positives

Before proceeding, please ensure the following:

  • The Malwarebytes scan has completed.
  • Any false-positive detections are not quarantined.
  • If you have quarantined the false-positive, refer to the, "What should I do if the false-positive detection is quarantined?" steps below.

Step 1:

Download the following tool: https://malwarebytes.box.com/v/mb-fp-tracker
For x86 machines: https://malwarebytes.box.com/v/mb-fp-tracker-x86

Step 2:

Double-click fp_tracker_1.5.0.0.exe to run the tool and follow the prompts.

Step 3:

Upon completion, you should see: "Output: {filename} Please provide this file for analysis.". Please attach the referenced file to a forum reply or upload it a file hosting service of your choice and provide the download link.

What should I do if the false-positive detection is quarantined?

Ensure the detection is unquarantined before running the tool. To restore the false-positive from the Malwarebytes Quarantine:

  • Open Malwarebytes.
  • Click Detection History.
  • Place a checkmark next to the false-positive item(s).
  • Click Restore.

Once restored, proceed with step 1 above to run the tool.

 

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Malwarebytes Beta community,

If you are running Malwarebytes 3 with the Beta Updates Setting turned on (as in you have signed up for our Beta Updates Program), you can now receive the Malwarebytes 4 Beta as an update. if you don't want to wait for the 'Update Available' notification, go right ahead and retrieve the update manually by clicking Install Application Updates in Settings > Application. 

Thank you so much.

-Erix

 

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Malwarebytes Beta community,

We are currently refreshing the Malwarebytes 4 Beta to version 4.0.3

If you want to get the full installer, the latest version of it is available for you to download from this link.

If you are running Malwarebytes 3 or 4 with the Beta Updates Setting turned on (as in you have signed up for our Beta Updates Program), you will get the Malwarebytes 4 Beta refresh as an update. As usual if you don't want to wait for the 'Update Available' notification, go right ahead and retrieve the update manually by clicking Install Application Updates in Settings > Application.

What’s New in this New Malwarebytes 4 Beta refresh:

     •   Enhanced UI

     •   Enhanced Web Protection

     •   Improved ARW and AE detection     

 

Some Issues now addressed:

     •   Fixed: Inbound connections aren't blocked by MWAC in certain circumstances

     •   Fixed: Infinite MBAMInstallerService loop  in certain circumstances

     •   Fixed: RTP page is restricted from opening when restricting an RTP protection module under certain circumstances

     •   Fixed: Unable to quit Malwarebytes from tray while User access restrictions are set for RTP

     •   Fixed: Windows Security Center shows a notification that Malwarebytes and Defender is off after Activating License

 

Thank you so much.

-Erix

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Hello Malwarebytes Beta community,

Moments ago we released a new Malwarebytes 4.0 Beta version 1.0.777

If you are running Malwarebytes 4 with the Beta Updates Setting turned on (as in you have signed up for our Beta Updates Program), you will get the Malwarebytes 4 Beta refresh as an update. And, as usual, if you don't want to wait for the 'Update Available' notification, go right ahead and retrieve the update manually by clicking Install Application Updates in Settings > Application.

What’s New in this New Malwarebytes 4 Beta:

     •   Enhanced Web Protection

     •   64 bit UI

     •   Improved ARW and AE detection  

      •   Miscellaneous  UI improvements   

 

Some Issues now addressed:

     •   Fixed: MBAMInstallerService crashes on W7 in certain circumstances

     •   Fixed: Infinite MBAMInstallerService loop  in certain circumstances

     •   Fixed: Windows Security Center option not honoring restore defaults button under certain circumstances

     •   Fixed: Miscellaneous UI defects

     •   Fixed: Windows Security Center shows a notification that Malwarebytes and Defender is off after Activating License

     •   Fixed: USB drives not being ejected under certain circumstances

     •   Fixed: Failed to avert Installation on ARM-based systems

Thank you so much.

-Erix

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Hello Malwarebytes Beta community,

Moments ago we released a Beta update for Malwarebytes 4.0 version 1.0.782

As you know, if you are running Malwarebytes 4 with the Beta Updates Setting turned on (as in you have signed up for our Beta Updates Program), you will get the Malwarebytes 4 Beta refresh as an update. If you don't want to wait for the 'Update Available' notification, go right ahead and retrieve the update manually by clicking Install Application Updates in Settings > Application.

Some Issues now addressed:

     •   Fixed: Scan Report hanging after particular RTP detections

Thank you so much.

-Erix

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Hello again dear Malwarebytes Beta community,

Just moments ago we have released a Beta update for Malwarebytes 4.0 version 1.0.787

So if you are running Malwarebytes 4 with the Beta Updates Setting turned on (meaning you have signed up for our Beta Updates Program), you will get the Malwarebytes 4 Beta refresh as an update, and If you don't even want to wait for the 'Update Available' notification, go right ahead and retrieve the update manually by clicking Install Application Updates in Settings > Application.

New in this Beta:

     •   Enhanced remediation and detection

Thank you so much.

-Erix

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Hello again, and wishes for a great new year to our Malwarebytes Beta community,

Just moments ago we have released a new Beta update for Malwarebytes 4.0 version 1.0.793

As you already know, if you are running Malwarebytes 4 with the Beta Updates Setting turned on (meaning you have signed up for our Beta Updates Program), you will get the Malwarebytes 4 Beta refresh as an update, and as usual if you don't even want to wait for the 'Update Available' notification, go right ahead and retrieve the update manually by clicking Check for Updates in Settings > General > Application updates.

New in this Beta:

     •   Fixed: Ransomware Protection incompatibilities with certain Chrome extensions and other objects under certain circumstances

Thank you so much.

-Erix

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Hello again to our excellent Malwarebytes Beta community,

Just moments ago we have released yet a new Beta update for Malwarebytes 4.0 version 1.0.801

As you already know, if you are running Malwarebytes 4 with the Beta Updates Setting turned on (meaning you have signed up for our Beta Updates Program), you will get the Malwarebytes 4 Beta refresh as an update, and as usual if you don't even want to wait for the 'Update Available' notification, go right ahead and retrieve the update manually by clicking Check for Updates in Settings > General > Application updates.

New in this Beta:

  • Scan performance enhancements
  • Miscellaneous UI improvements
  • Fixed: Web protection related BSODs under certain circumstances

Thank you so much.

-Erix

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Greetings again Malwarebytes Beta community,

Just moments ago we have released a new Beta update for Malwarebytes 4.0 version 1.0.804

As you already know, if you are running Malwarebytes 4 with the Beta Updates Setting turned on (meaning you have signed up for our Beta Updates Program), you will get the Malwarebytes 4 Beta refresh as an update, and as usual if you don't even want to wait for the 'Update Available' notification, go right ahead and retrieve the update manually by clicking Check for Updates in Settings > General > Application updates.

New in this Beta:

  • Scan performance enhancements
  • Fixed: Additional Web protection related BSODs 
  • Fixed: Web Protection prevents Avast SecureLine VPN from turning off
  • Other miscellaneous defects 

Thank you so much.

-Erix

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Good morning Malwarebytes Beta community,

Just moments ago we have released a new Beta update for Malwarebytes 4.0 version 1.0.835

As you already know, if you are running Malwarebytes 4 with the Beta Updates Setting turned on (meaning you have signed up for our Beta Updates Program), you will get the Malwarebytes 4 Beta refresh as an update, and as usual if you don't even want to wait for the 'Update Available' notification, go right ahead and retrieve the update manually by clicking Check for Updates in Settings > General > Application updates.

New in this Beta:

  • UI Dark Mode
  • Fixed miscellaneous defects 

Thank you so much.

-Erix

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