Version history for Malwarebytes Anti-Malware

Changes for v1.65.1.1000 - v1.70.0.1100 Beta

New program logo and icons
Heuristics for 0-day exploit detection now implemented in protection module for PRO version
Threats detected by the protection module are now quarantined automatically by default
Malwarebytes Anti-Malware now shows Windows 8 START screen notifications
More Tools tab enhanced with tons of new content and more to come in the future
Option to allow a threat to run temporarily (Allow Temporarily) added to filesystem protection prompts
Option to add a detected item to the Ignore List (Allow Always) added to filesystem protection prompts
Heuristics for detecting new and unknown threats improved
Scanner efficiency improved
Microsoft Windows 8 and Internet Explorer 10 now identified correctly in scan logs
Help file updated to include information on new features
Better compatibility with many other security products in realtime
Minor issue with password creation from CLI fixed

Changes for v1.65.0.1400 - v1.65.1.1000

Upgrading from a previous version on Windows Vista or Windows 7 may sometimes result in the protection module starting with a delay. (Fixed)
The protection module does not start with Windows under under certain conditions. (Fixed)
Scans sometimes complete prematurely. (Fixed)

Changes for v1.62 - v1.65.0.1400

New Features:
Future versions will be able to upgrade without requiring a reboot after installation
Protection module now controllable for the entire machine instead of being limited to individual user accounts
Filesystem Blocking and Website Blocking can be enabled or disabled separately via the Protection tab
Protection logs now show when malicious file execution blocking is enabled or disabled
Realtime protection may now be cleanly terminated via the 'Exit' option in the tray without leaving any running processes
Japanese language support added
Improvements:
Malwarebytes Chameleon enhanced to be even more effective against the latest threats
Realtime protection now starts much faster on Windows Vista and Windows 7
Eliminated performance issues caused by database updates and Ignore List manipulation on Windows Vista and Windows 7
Pop-ups for threats detected by realtime protection can not be minimized
Issues Fixed:
Saving logs to custom locations after scans now works correctly
Context menu setting is now honored correctly after performing a program upgrade
Users who have previously completed the trial will not be prompted to start the trial upon upgrade or reinstallation
Dates and times of items listed in the Quarantine are now displayed correctly

Changes for v1.60 - v1.62

New advanced program updater improves upgrade speed and reduces needed bandwidth.
Enhanced Chameleon (v1.61) technologies to handle the latest threats.
Simplified PRO trial option in the installer.
Installation wizard now includes more information and guidance.
Streamlined and optimized database update module.
Updated System Requirements.
Logs enhanced to show drives and paths scanned.
Fixed bug with scheduled scans.
Korean language now displayed correctly in language drop down menu.

Changes for v1.50.1 - v1.60

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.