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Malwarebytes BETA for Windows

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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
Issues fixed
  • 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
Issues fixed
  • 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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For BETA testers only. Malwarebytes 5 for Windows v5.2.11.183-131.0.5227 Beta has been made available. (10-April-2025)

Attribution/Announcement: Malwarebytes 5.2 Beta

Features and improvements
  • Added location info in VPN connection notification.
  • Introduced a new setting to disable the “What’s New” notification.
  • Refined Dashboard layout for free users.
Issues fixed
  • Fixed an issue where the first VPN connection rule added was not persisted and was lost after restarting the product.
  • Fixed minor localization issues.

Note: The release version to General Availability (GA) is still v5.2.10.182-130.0.5212-1.0.97763.
 

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Windows 11 Pro 25H2 (Build 26200.8968)Intel Core Ultra 9 285 5.6 GHz32.00 GBIntel Integrated Graphics (128 MB)
OS
Windows 11 Pro 25H2 (Build 26200.8968)
Computer type
PC/Desktop
Manufacturer/Model
Dell Pro Max Tower T2 FCT2250
CPU
Intel Core Ultra 9 285 5.6 GHz
Motherboard
64-bit operating system, x64-based processor
Memory
32.00 GB
Graphics Card(s)
Intel Integrated Graphics (128 MB)
Sound Card
Realtek Audio
Monitor(s) Displays
Dell P2714H Monitor
Screen Resolution
1920 x 1080
Hard Drives
1 x 512GB M.2 XG10d SED KIOXIA PCIe solid state drive (Internal)
1 x 2TB Seagate ST2000DM008-2UB102 HDD (Internal)
1 x 4TB Seagate STGX4000400 External HDD
1 x 6TB WD Elements AE 2689 External HDD
PSU
500 Watts
Cooling
Air
Keyboard
Microsoft Wired Keyboard 600
Mouse
Microsoft USB Basic Optical Mouse v2.0
Browser
Firefox
Antivirus
Windows Defender + Malwarebytes Premium
Other Info
BaseBoard Manufacturer Dell Inc.
BaseBoard Product 022RY57
BaseBoard Version A01
Great signature Ian. Must have been in software development.
 

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Windows 11 Pro x64 Version V23H2i7-8700KG.Skill Trident Z 3200MHz F4-3200C16D-16GTZ (...Intel UHD Graphics 630
OS
Windows 11 Pro x64 Version V23H2
Computer type
PC/Desktop
Manufacturer/Model
Custom
CPU
i7-8700K
Motherboard
Asus Maximus X Code - Z370
Memory
G.Skill Trident Z 3200MHz F4-3200C16D-16GTZ (2) 32GB
Graphics Card(s)
Intel UHD Graphics 630
Sound Card
Integrated ROG SupremeFX
Monitor(s) Displays
Asus VP279 27", Samsung BX2431 24"
Screen Resolution
1920 x 1080
Hard Drives
Samsung M.2 NVMe 960 EVO 500GB Boot,
Samsung 840 EVO 250GB (System Copy Drive),
Samsung 860 EVO 1TB (Primary Data Drive),
WD Black 500GB (Data Copy Drive)
ICY Dock 5.25 2.5/3.5 Bays MB971SP-B
PSU
Corsair RM 650i +Gold
Case
Phanteks Enthroo Primo
Cooling
Corsair Hydro H150i, 360mm Rad & Five Corsair 140mm Pro ML Case Fans
Keyboard
das Keyboard MX Brown Mechanical Switches Model DASKMKPROSIL-3G7-r1.0
Mouse
Logitech MX Master 3 Wireless & Bluetooth
Internet Speed
500Mb +
Browser
Chrome (Pri), Firefox (Sec)
Antivirus
Malwarebytes Premium, SuperAntiSpyware Pro (Licensed)
Other Info
Microsoft LifeCam HD,
APC Back-UPS Pro 1500,
Macrium (Licensed),
Microsoft 365,
Wise Disk Cleaner,
Crystal Disk Info,
Screenpresso (Licensed),
AnyDesk (Licensed),

My Computer My Computer

At a glance

Windows 11 Pro 25H2 (Build 26200.8968)Intel Core Ultra 9 285 5.6 GHz32.00 GBIntel Integrated Graphics (128 MB)
OS
Windows 11 Pro 25H2 (Build 26200.8968)
Computer type
PC/Desktop
Manufacturer/Model
Dell Pro Max Tower T2 FCT2250
CPU
Intel Core Ultra 9 285 5.6 GHz
Motherboard
64-bit operating system, x64-based processor
Memory
32.00 GB
Graphics Card(s)
Intel Integrated Graphics (128 MB)
Sound Card
Realtek Audio
Monitor(s) Displays
Dell P2714H Monitor
Screen Resolution
1920 x 1080
Hard Drives
1 x 512GB M.2 XG10d SED KIOXIA PCIe solid state drive (Internal)
1 x 2TB Seagate ST2000DM008-2UB102 HDD (Internal)
1 x 4TB Seagate STGX4000400 External HDD
1 x 6TB WD Elements AE 2689 External HDD
PSU
500 Watts
Cooling
Air
Keyboard
Microsoft Wired Keyboard 600
Mouse
Microsoft USB Basic Optical Mouse v2.0
Browser
Firefox
Antivirus
Windows Defender + Malwarebytes Premium
Other Info
BaseBoard Manufacturer Dell Inc.
BaseBoard Product 022RY57
BaseBoard Version A01
Oh, that side of the fence. I now see exactly where you are coming from. LOL
 

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Windows 11 Pro x64 Version V23H2i7-8700KG.Skill Trident Z 3200MHz F4-3200C16D-16GTZ (...Intel UHD Graphics 630
OS
Windows 11 Pro x64 Version V23H2
Computer type
PC/Desktop
Manufacturer/Model
Custom
CPU
i7-8700K
Motherboard
Asus Maximus X Code - Z370
Memory
G.Skill Trident Z 3200MHz F4-3200C16D-16GTZ (2) 32GB
Graphics Card(s)
Intel UHD Graphics 630
Sound Card
Integrated ROG SupremeFX
Monitor(s) Displays
Asus VP279 27", Samsung BX2431 24"
Screen Resolution
1920 x 1080
Hard Drives
Samsung M.2 NVMe 960 EVO 500GB Boot,
Samsung 840 EVO 250GB (System Copy Drive),
Samsung 860 EVO 1TB (Primary Data Drive),
WD Black 500GB (Data Copy Drive)
ICY Dock 5.25 2.5/3.5 Bays MB971SP-B
PSU
Corsair RM 650i +Gold
Case
Phanteks Enthroo Primo
Cooling
Corsair Hydro H150i, 360mm Rad & Five Corsair 140mm Pro ML Case Fans
Keyboard
das Keyboard MX Brown Mechanical Switches Model DASKMKPROSIL-3G7-r1.0
Mouse
Logitech MX Master 3 Wireless & Bluetooth
Internet Speed
500Mb +
Browser
Chrome (Pri), Firefox (Sec)
Antivirus
Malwarebytes Premium, SuperAntiSpyware Pro (Licensed)
Other Info
Microsoft LifeCam HD,
APC Back-UPS Pro 1500,
Macrium (Licensed),
Microsoft 365,
Wise Disk Cleaner,
Crystal Disk Info,
Screenpresso (Licensed),
AnyDesk (Licensed),
For BETA testers only. Malwarebytes 5 for Windows v5.3.0.186-132.0.5253 Beta has been made available. (27-April-2025)

Attribution/Announcement: Malwarebytes 5.3 Beta

Features and improvements
  • Introduced a new Tray Menu with a modern design, quick-access shortcuts, and simplified navigation.
  • Integrated “Scan with Malwarebytes” into the modern Windows 11 right-click context menu.
  • Redesigned the Identity page for better clarity and ease of use.
  • Added a discreet animation to the active Real-Time Protection card on the Dashboard.
  • Enhanced the Dashboard experience for Teams users, who can now more easily add new devices to their subscription.
  • Refreshed the Title Bar design to improve visual consistency and usability.
Issues Fixed
  • Fixed a crash caused by adding a trailing forward slash in duplicate allow list URLs.
  • Resolved a bug where the Trusted Advisor UI broke after a trial ended without a scan ever being run.
  • Fixed an issue where the Browser Guard integration sometimes generated orphaned MbamBgNativeMsg.exe processes.
  • Fixed minor localization issues.
  • Fixed layout issues with the new Tray Menu affecting lower screen resolutions.
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Note: The release version to General Availability (GA) is still v5.2.11.183-131.0.5227-1.0.98137.

Edit: Merged in today's few updates to the Component Package list.
 
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New Malwarebytes WHQL version 5.3.0.186 and component package update 132.0.5253 available

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My Computer My Computer

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Windows 11 Pro 25H2 (Build 26200.8968)Intel Core Ultra 9 285 5.6 GHz32.00 GBIntel Integrated Graphics (128 MB)
OS
Windows 11 Pro 25H2 (Build 26200.8968)
Computer type
PC/Desktop
Manufacturer/Model
Dell Pro Max Tower T2 FCT2250
CPU
Intel Core Ultra 9 285 5.6 GHz
Motherboard
64-bit operating system, x64-based processor
Memory
32.00 GB
Graphics Card(s)
Intel Integrated Graphics (128 MB)
Sound Card
Realtek Audio
Monitor(s) Displays
Dell P2714H Monitor
Screen Resolution
1920 x 1080
Hard Drives
1 x 512GB M.2 XG10d SED KIOXIA PCIe solid state drive (Internal)
1 x 2TB Seagate ST2000DM008-2UB102 HDD (Internal)
1 x 4TB Seagate STGX4000400 External HDD
1 x 6TB WD Elements AE 2689 External HDD
PSU
500 Watts
Cooling
Air
Keyboard
Microsoft Wired Keyboard 600
Mouse
Microsoft USB Basic Optical Mouse v2.0
Browser
Firefox
Antivirus
Windows Defender + Malwarebytes Premium
Other Info
BaseBoard Manufacturer Dell Inc.
BaseBoard Product 022RY57
BaseBoard Version A01
For BETA testers only. Malwarebytes 5 for Windows v5.3.1.188-133.0.5261 Beta has been made available. (08-May-2025)

Attribution/Announcement: Malwarebytes 5.3 Beta

Features and improvements
  • Preview of brand-new Windows tools, take a look at the post here and try them!
Issues fixed
  • Resolved an issue where a Windows 11-specific Trusted Advisor alert didn’t show up on some devices.
  • Fixed minor usability and localization issues.

Note: The release version to General Availability (GA) is still v5.3.0.186-132.0.5253-1.0.98559.
 

My Computer My Computer

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Windows macOS Linux
OS
Windows macOS Linux
For BETA testers only. Malwarebytes 5 for Windows v5.3.1.188-133.0.5263 Beta has been made available. (14-May-2025)

Attribution/Announcement: Malwarebytes 5.3 Beta

Issues fixed
  • Resolved an issue causing the legacy right-click context menu not showing up on some Windows 11 devices.
  • Fixed an issue causing two instances of Malwarebytes to appear in Windows Start.

Note: The release version to General Availability (GA) is still v5.3.0.186-132.0.5253-1.0.98559.
 

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Windows macOS Linux
OS
Windows macOS Linux
For BETA testers only. Malwarebytes 5 for Windows v5.3.1.188-133.0.5270 Beta has been made available. (16-May-2025)

Attribution/Announcement: Malwarebytes 5.3 Beta

Issue fixed
  • Resolved a startup issue causing occasional crashes with Firefox and Browser Guard

Note: The release version to General Availability (GA) is still v5.3.0.186-132.0.5253-1.0.98559.
 

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Windows macOS Linux
OS
Windows macOS Linux
For BETA testers only. Malwarebytes 5 for Windows v5.3.1.188-133.0.5274 Beta has been made available. (20-May-2025)

Attribution/Announcement: Malwarebytes 5.3 Beta

Issue fixed
  • Resolved an issue that caused Ransomware Protection to not shutdown properly and potentially create delays on Windows shutdown.

Note: The release version to General Availability (GA) is still v5.3.0.186-132.0.5253-1.0.98559.
 

My Computer My Computer

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Windows macOS Linux
OS
Windows macOS Linux
New Malwarebytes WHQL version 5.3.0.188 and component package update 133.0.5274 available

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No release notes at time ofposting.
 

My Computer My Computer

At a glance

Windows 11 Pro 25H2 (Build 26200.8968)Intel Core Ultra 9 285 5.6 GHz32.00 GBIntel Integrated Graphics (128 MB)
OS
Windows 11 Pro 25H2 (Build 26200.8968)
Computer type
PC/Desktop
Manufacturer/Model
Dell Pro Max Tower T2 FCT2250
CPU
Intel Core Ultra 9 285 5.6 GHz
Motherboard
64-bit operating system, x64-based processor
Memory
32.00 GB
Graphics Card(s)
Intel Integrated Graphics (128 MB)
Sound Card
Realtek Audio
Monitor(s) Displays
Dell P2714H Monitor
Screen Resolution
1920 x 1080
Hard Drives
1 x 512GB M.2 XG10d SED KIOXIA PCIe solid state drive (Internal)
1 x 2TB Seagate ST2000DM008-2UB102 HDD (Internal)
1 x 4TB Seagate STGX4000400 External HDD
1 x 6TB WD Elements AE 2689 External HDD
PSU
500 Watts
Cooling
Air
Keyboard
Microsoft Wired Keyboard 600
Mouse
Microsoft USB Basic Optical Mouse v2.0
Browser
Firefox
Antivirus
Windows Defender + Malwarebytes Premium
Other Info
BaseBoard Manufacturer Dell Inc.
BaseBoard Product 022RY57
BaseBoard Version A01
Nice tutorial Link to setup & fine tune Malwarebytes with ! Manage Desktop Security settings on Windows devices:
help.malwarebytes.com

Manage Desktop Security settings on Windows devices

Compatible with: Windows Available in: Desktop Security version 5 You can change your settings to customize your protection, notifications, or how the app looks. This means you can choose how t...
help.malwarebytes.com help.malwarebytes.com
 

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Windows 11 25H2 (OS Build 26200.8894)Processor: 11th Gen Intel(R) Core(TM) i5-1135...12GBIntel R Iris R XE Graphics family
OS
Windows 11 25H2 (OS Build 26200.8894)
Computer type
Laptop
Manufacturer/Model
Dell
CPU
Processor: 11th Gen Intel(R) Core(TM) i5-1135G7 @ 2.40G
Motherboard
64-bit operating system Dell 0XMF7W
Memory
12GB
Graphics Card(s)
Intel R Iris R XE Graphics family
Sound Card
Cirrus Speakers High Definition Audio
Monitor(s) Displays
Generic PnP monitor
Screen Resolution
1920 x 1080
Hard Drives
NVMe 670p SSDPEKNU512GZ NVMe I NTEL 512GB
Case
cheap
Mouse
Logitech wireless mouse
Internet Speed
16 Mps download
Browser
Google Chrome
Antivirus
Security: Microsoft Defender & Malwarebytes Premium (with browser guard)
Other Info
Dell model: Inspiron 15 3511
Malwarebytes 5 for Windows v5.3.1.188-133.0.5274-1.0.99207 has been released to General Availability (GA). (20-May-2025)

Attribution/Announcement: Malwarebytes 5

Features and improvements
  • Preview of brand-new Windows tools, take a look at the post here and try them!
Issues fixed
  • Fixed a Windows 11-specific Trusted Advisor alert not appearing on some devices.
  • Corrected an issue where the legacy context menu didn’t show on certain Windows 11 systems.
  • Resolved a startup issue causing occasional crashes with Firefox and Browser Guard.
  • Prevented duplicate entries of Malwarebytes in the Windows Start menu.
  • Resolved an issue that caused Ransomware Protection to not shutdown properly and potentially create delays on Windows shutdown.
  • Improved usability and fixed minor localization glitches.

Digitally signed/Countersigned SHA-256: 6b75ec94e9fa19044773ab50085ee84dc6f03d58e03532c45a2665e8de083a4b
 

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Windows macOS Linux
For BETA testers only. Malwarebytes 5 for Windows v5.3.2.195-134.0.5279 Beta has been made available. (22-May-2025)

Attribution/Announcement: Malwarebytes 5.3 Beta

Features and improvements
  • Improved Dashboard usability and localization.
  • Refined the display behavior of VPN connection/disconnection notifications.
Issues fixed
  • Fixed an issue where the Tray Menu appeared on the wrong monitor in multi-display setups.
  • Resolved a bug that prevented device deactivation for some users.
  • Additional fix for an issue with Anti-Ransomware that caused MBAMService to sometimes not shutdown properly, creating delays on Windows shutdown.

Note: The release version to General Availability (GA) is still v5.3.1.188-133.0.5274-1.0.99207.
 

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Windows macOS Linux
OS
Windows macOS Linux
New Malwarebytes WHQL version 5.3.2.195 and component package update 134.0.5279 available
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No release notes at time of posting
 

My Computer My Computer

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Windows 11 Pro 25H2 (Build 26200.8968)Intel Core Ultra 9 285 5.6 GHz32.00 GBIntel Integrated Graphics (128 MB)
OS
Windows 11 Pro 25H2 (Build 26200.8968)
Computer type
PC/Desktop
Manufacturer/Model
Dell Pro Max Tower T2 FCT2250
CPU
Intel Core Ultra 9 285 5.6 GHz
Motherboard
64-bit operating system, x64-based processor
Memory
32.00 GB
Graphics Card(s)
Intel Integrated Graphics (128 MB)
Sound Card
Realtek Audio
Monitor(s) Displays
Dell P2714H Monitor
Screen Resolution
1920 x 1080
Hard Drives
1 x 512GB M.2 XG10d SED KIOXIA PCIe solid state drive (Internal)
1 x 2TB Seagate ST2000DM008-2UB102 HDD (Internal)
1 x 4TB Seagate STGX4000400 External HDD
1 x 6TB WD Elements AE 2689 External HDD
PSU
500 Watts
Cooling
Air
Keyboard
Microsoft Wired Keyboard 600
Mouse
Microsoft USB Basic Optical Mouse v2.0
Browser
Firefox
Antivirus
Windows Defender + Malwarebytes Premium
Other Info
BaseBoard Manufacturer Dell Inc.
BaseBoard Product 022RY57
BaseBoard Version A01
For BETA testers only. Malwarebytes 5 for Windows v5.3.2.195-134.0.5283 Beta has been made available. (03-June-2025)

Attribution/Announcement: Malwarebytes 5.3 Beta

Issues fixed
  • Fixed an issue that prevented Exploit Protection from working on some Windows 7 and Windows 8 machines.
  • Resolved an issue that was causing the mbambgnativemsg.exe (native message host) process to crash on some devices.

Note: The release version to General Availability (GA) is still v5.3.2.195-133.0.5279.
 

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Windows macOS Linux
Malwarebytes 5 for Windows v5.3.2.195-134.0.5283-1.0.99761 has been released to General Availability (GA). (04-June-2025)

Attribution/Announcement: Malwarebytes 5

Issues fixed
  • Fixed an issue that prevented Exploit Protection from working on some Windows 7 and Windows 8 machines.
  • Resolved an issue that was causing the mbambgnativemsg.exe (native message host) process to crash on some devices.

Digitally signed/Countersigned SHA-256: 49f2aad76bfe36fb85c71a2891c60b45ffa4096d3816fb8e4a9662bb06d1ba81
 

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Windows macOS Linux
For BETA testers only. Malwarebytes 5 for Windows v5.3.3.198-134.0.5292 Beta has been made available. (06-June-2025)

Attribution/Announcement: Malwarebytes 5.3 Beta

Features and improvements
  • Restructured Notifications Settings page and introduced more granular controls.
  • Slightly revisited onboarding experience for new installations.
  • Refined Dashboard layout for free users.
  • Improved SSO activation flow for a smoother login experience.
  • Aligned Dashboard and Tray Menu behavior for VPN connect/disconnect actions.
  • Enhanced proxy settings validation to prevent misconfigurations.
Issues fixed
  • Fixed an issue where Exploit Protection failed to load on some Windows 7 and Windows 8 machines.
  • Resolved a crash when using the new Tray Menu with Tamper Protection enabled.
  • Other minor usability improvements across the interface.

Note: The release version to General Availability (GA) is v5.3.2.195-134.1.5283-1.0.99761.
 

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Windows macOS Linux
For BETA testers only. Malwarebytes 5 for Windows v5.3.3.198-135.0.5296 Beta has been made available. (19-June-2025)

Attribution/Announcement: Malwarebytes 5.3 Beta

Issues fixed
  • Fixed UI layout issues with revisited onboarding experience.

Note: The release version to General Availability (GA) is still v5.3.2.195-134.1.5283.
 

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