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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: 5.6.1.257
Component package: 159.0.5666
Release Date: June 25, 2026
Release Notes: Malwarebytes 5


What’s New
  • Updated the sign-in section of the My Subscription page to clarify that users can activate their subscription by signing in
  • Updated the layout of the tutorial (Help > Start a tour)
Issues fixed
  • Updated the "Take action" link shown after a Digital Footprint Scan
 
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For BETA testers only. Malwarebytes 5 for Windows v5.5.4.252-154.0.5575 Beta has been made available. (10-April-2026)

Attribution/Announcement: Malwarebytes 5.5 Beta

What’s new
  • Introduced a new sidebar with always-visible section labels
  • Added Personal Data Remover status visibility in Identity Protection, with direct access to activation and management for US users
  • Moved the Tools warning dialog to the System Tweaks subsection
  • Removed the “Preview” label from the Tool section
Issues fixed
  • Resolved a scrolling issue on the Digital Footprint results page
  • Fixed inconsistencies in number formatting in the Scan Report
  • Addressed translation issues

Note: The release version to General Availability (GA) is v5.5.3.246-153.1.5565
 

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For BETA testers only. Malwarebytes 5 for Windows v5.5.4.252-154.0.5576 Beta has been made available. (13-April-2026)

Attribution/Announcement: Malwarebytes 5.5 Beta

This release includes a bugfix for the Webcam Monitoring feature. As part of the rollout, the feature may be temporarily hidden on some updated devices. If this occurs, it should reappear within 24 hours.

Note: The release version to General Availability (GA) is v5.5.3.246-153.1.5565
 

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New Malwarebytes WHQL version 5.5.4.252 and component package update 154.0.5578 available

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Windows 11 Pro 25H2 (Build 26200.8737)Intel Core Ultra 9 285 5.6 GHz32.00 GBIntel Integrated Graphics (128 MB)
OS
Windows 11 Pro 25H2 (Build 26200.8737)
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 1TB Seagate STGX4000400 External HDD
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
New Malwarebytes WHQL version 5.5.4.252 and component package update 154.0.5578 available

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Windows 11 Pro 25H2 (Build 26200.8737)Intel Core Ultra 9 285 5.6 GHz32.00 GBIntel Integrated Graphics (128 MB)
OS
Windows 11 Pro 25H2 (Build 26200.8737)
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 1TB Seagate STGX4000400 External HDD
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 v5.5.5.253-155.0.5587 Beta has been made available. (24-April-2026)

Attribution/Announcement: Malwarebytes 5.5 Beta

What’s new
  • Users can now mute notifications for specific apps while their connections to malicious websites continue to be blocked
  • During onboarding, users can now scan their device and check their online exposure at the same time
  • Minor improvements to webcam monitoring notifications
  • Minor improvements to the device activation flow
Issues fixed
  • Fixed an issue that could cause Real-Time Protection to show multiple notifications for the same file
  • Addressed minor display issues affecting translated text
  • Solved an issue with File Shredder when trying to delete an app that was still in use

Note: The release version to General Availability (GA) is v5.5.4.252-154.0.5578
 

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New Malwarebytes WHQL version 5.5.5.253 and component package update 155.0.558778 available

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Windows 11 Pro 25H2 (Build 26200.8737)Intel Core Ultra 9 285 5.6 GHz32.00 GBIntel Integrated Graphics (128 MB)
OS
Windows 11 Pro 25H2 (Build 26200.8737)
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 1TB Seagate STGX4000400 External HDD
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 v5.5.6.254-156.0.5604 Beta has been made available. (07-May-2026)

Attribution/Announcement: Malwarebytes 5.5 Beta

What’s new
  • A redesigned “My subscription” section, where users can sign in and manage their subscription
    • Try it out and let us know what you think!
  • Improved activation for multi-device subscriptions
  • Updated the scan report tab to show the type of scan performed
  • Added IPv6 address support to the Allow list
Issues fixed
  • Improved default browser detection to prevent Trusted Advisor from suggesting Browser Guard when it is already installed
  • Improved navigation when using screen readers
  • Fixed copy errors in onboarding scan results and trial expiring notifications

Note: The release version to General Availability (GA) is v5.5.5.253-155.0.5587
 

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Malwarebytes 5 for Windows v5.5.6.254-156.0.5608 has been released to General Availability (GA). (14-May-2026)

Attribution/Announcement: Malwarebytes 5

What’s new
  • A redesigned “My subscription” section, where users can sign in and manage their subscription.
    • Try it out and let us know what you think!
  • Improved activation for multi-device subscriptions.
  • Updated the scan report tab to show the type of scan performed.
  • Added IPv6 address support to the Allow list.
Issues fixed
  • Improved default browser detection to prevent Trusted Advisor from suggesting Browser Guard when it is already installed.
  • Improved navigation when using screen readers.
  • Fixed copy errors in onboarding scan results and trial-expiring notifications.

Digitally signed/Countersigned SHA-256: 844489ae1a3bf09bd6b32edf685550d604ad4d0b6fcdf2e450452bfbc4d525c1
 
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New Malwarebytes WHQL version 5.5.7.255 and component package update 157.0.5633 available

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Windows 11 Pro 25H2 (Build 26200.8737)Intel Core Ultra 9 285 5.6 GHz32.00 GBIntel Integrated Graphics (128 MB)
OS
Windows 11 Pro 25H2 (Build 26200.8737)
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 1TB Seagate STGX4000400 External HDD
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
Malwarebytes 5 for Windows v5.5.7.255-157.0.5633 has been released to General Availability (GA). (03-June-2026)

Attribution/Announcement: Malwarebytes 5

What's New
  • Introduced a monthly security summary highlighting security insights and personalized recommendations.
  • Improved the resume scan experience during onboarding.
  • Added a visual indicator confirming a successful software update after reboot.
Issues Fixed
  • Addressed inconsistencies in Webcam Monitoring last access timestamp formatting.
  • Improved the appearance of the tray menu when no device score is available.
  • Fixed an issue preventing tamper protection passwords containing spaces from being set correctly.
  • Addressed an Allow List backup/restore issue where the file path field appeared editable but was not.
  • Fixed incorrect Enter key behavior during email entry in the Malwarebytes Teams onboarding flow.

Digitally signed/Countersigned SHA-256: 69d90cb170881ad54355dce89efad300c57d2336d3ba0821c82f6a2481032551
 

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New Malwarebytes WHQL version 5.6.0.256 and component package update 158.0.5638 available

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Windows 11 Pro 25H2 (Build 26200.8737)Intel Core Ultra 9 285 5.6 GHz32.00 GBIntel Integrated Graphics (128 MB)
OS
Windows 11 Pro 25H2 (Build 26200.8737)
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 1TB Seagate STGX4000400 External HDD
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
New Malwarebytes WHQL version 5.6.1.257 and component package update 159.0.5666 available
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My Computer My Computer

At a glance

Windows 11 Pro 25H2 (Build 26200.8737)Intel Core Ultra 9 285 5.6 GHz32.00 GBIntel Integrated Graphics (128 MB)
OS
Windows 11 Pro 25H2 (Build 26200.8737)
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 1TB Seagate STGX4000400 External HDD
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 v5.6.2.264-160.0.5674 Beta has been made available. (02-July-2026)

Attribution/Announcement: Malwarebytes 5.6 Beta

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

Note: The release version to General Availability (GA) is v5.6.1.257-159.0.5666
 

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