
Malwarebytes BETA for Windows
How to enable beta updates in Malwarebytes for Windows
Version: 5.6.2.264
Component package: 160.0.5674
Release Date: July 02, 2026
Release Notes: Malwarebytes Beta 5
What’s new
- Onboarding scan progress now distinguishes between a preparation phase and an active scan phase, making it clearer what the product is doing during your first scan
- The Help page and Tray menu now show simplified version information
- Improved usability of the Startup Application list and resolved an issue with application detection
- Resolved an issue preventing the renewal payment notification from being displayed
Malwarebytes WHQL for Windows
Version: 5.6.2.264
Component package: 160.0.5677
Release Date: July 09, 2026
Release Notes: Malwarebytes 5
What’s New
- Simplified adding files and folders to the Allow List, making it easier to manage your exclusions
- Resolved an issue preventing the Deep Scan results modal from displaying when many threats are detected during a scan
- Fixed text wrapping issues on the Settings page
- Fixed an issue causing tray notifications to appear off-screen when using multiple external monitors
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