Windows AntiSpyware Beta Refresh released
Posted by NetRyder on 17 February 2005 - 22:46 · 49 comments & 2916 views
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#1 Posted by bingham. on 17 Feb 2005 - 22:48
- awesom, downloading now
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#2 Posted by Mr. Dee on 17 Feb 2005 - 22:52
- Its a really nice update, still slow on launch, but the nice new feature has to be the cleaned up installer.
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#3 Posted by Hekx on 17 Feb 2005 - 23:07
- Anyone find the "hide tray icon" bug fixed?
Regardless of the setting in Options > General, it appears to take no effect.
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#4 Posted by ev0| on 17 Feb 2005 - 23:07
- slow on launch, on older machines, for sure. but I still like it. It's got good realtime protects....
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#5 Posted by jwjw1 on 17 Feb 2005 - 23:26
- must have updated again...dated 2-16-05
"Build 5689".....after you install this release...then update the defintions.
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#6 Posted by SoulEata on 17 Feb 2005 - 23:29
QUOTE The version number of the refreshed version is 1.0.509
This is completely inaccurate. I updated, and the version number is 1.0.501
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#6.1 Posted by PanicButton on 17 Feb 2005 - 23:40
- I have version 1.0.509
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#6.2 Posted by SoulEata on 17 Feb 2005 - 23:46
- I downloaded the new update and my version is 1.0.501
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#6.3 Posted by cheesegoduk on 17 Feb 2005 - 23:49
- 1.0.501 here still as well, gonna uninstall it completly and try again
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#6.4 Posted by keratosis on 17 Feb 2005 - 23:50
- Same here 1.0.501
I actually did an uninstall-reinstall.
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#6.5 Posted by ev0| on 17 Feb 2005 - 23:51
QUOTE This is completely inaccurate.
Boy do you feel stupid now.
Microsoft AntiSpyware Version: 1.0.509
This version expires on: 7/31/2005
Spyware Definition Version: 5689 (2/17/2005 1:31:20 PM)-
#6.6 Posted by PanicButton on 17 Feb 2005 - 23:57
- This is what I have
Microsoft AntiSpyware Version: 1.0.509
This version expires on: 31/07/2005
Spyware Definition Version: 5689 (18/02/2005 9:56:14 AM) -
#6.7 Posted by Cyber Dog on 18 Feb 2005 - 00:14
- The first time I downloaded I used FireFox and therefore didn't use the Authenticate Windows feature...it installed as 1.0.501.
I then used IE and went thru the ActiveX Authentication...the download this time was a different size, and now reads 1.0.509. -
#6.8 Posted by SoulEata on 18 Feb 2005 - 05:10
- I'm on IE. I used the update within the program, and i downloaded a new version from the MS website. 501 still.
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#6.10 Posted by shao on 18 Feb 2005 - 09:27
- could be some of the download sites aren't all carrying the latest version?
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#7 Posted by Mongrel on 18 Feb 2005 - 00:11
- Does it include a way yet to eliminate something from being tagged as Spyware in future scans? Ie. I still get a warning that FlashGet should be deleted which I have to override every time. Any way to omit that?
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#8 Posted by Ava3ar on 18 Feb 2005 - 00:18
- imteresting just did the update, and yet the version didnt update, but the defenation is higher than hte version in hte news
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#9 Posted by Ficman on 18 Feb 2005 - 00:44
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#10 Posted by toadeater on 18 Feb 2005 - 02:43
- I think I'll stick to Spybot S&D and Adaware.
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#10.1 Posted by TGD on 18 Feb 2005 - 04:03
- I wouldn't if I were you, this beats it in pretty much all respects.
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#11 Posted by Drestin on 18 Feb 2005 - 03:26
- OK - people are not crazy - something IS up.
I downloaded (using IE and validation) and got a installer (different size) than the original one. I tried an upgrade, no version change. Then I uninstalled, deleted the install directory, and installed using the new file again - still .501 - checked file dates and they are still the same as the older non-updated systems I have.
Something is going on (it IS beta) but what's really weird is that even a fresh install puts old files in place!! What's up with that?!
Anyone get the .501 thing and figure out how to get to .509?
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#12 Posted by JOEWARE on 18 Feb 2005 - 03:28
- downloaded the setup file using firefox, installed it and it still shows 1.0.501. i downloaded it again this time using internet explorer, it's now 1.0.5.09.
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#13 Posted by Drestin on 18 Feb 2005 - 03:35
- OK, this is weird.
I went to the main site at MS and downloaded every way you can name and kept getting the older version. Then I went to the newsgroups and someone there said, don't do that - get it from HERE:
Refresh Version
And blamo, NOW I'm at .509!
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#14 Posted by NetRyder on 18 Feb 2005 - 03:51
- I got 1.0.509 on the first try. *shrug*
I use Firefox, but when I ever have to download anything from Microsoft, I usually tend to open up IE anyway.
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#15 Posted by norseman on 18 Feb 2005 - 04:20
- Used firefox and got 509.. it notified me it was gonna update my current 501 version.
Did all perfectly.
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#16 Posted by denzilla on 18 Feb 2005 - 04:35
- Validated and got 509 first try.
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#17 Posted by raid517 on 18 Feb 2005 - 05:54
- It seems to think that my Firefox install is spyware. It's refusing it a connection to the net. Seems to be stopping some images loading in IE too...
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#17.1 Posted by tm™ on 18 Feb 2005 - 06:51
- You think MS did this on purpose so Firefox users would get pissed off and switch to the new IE7?
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#18 Posted by Zer0_II on 18 Feb 2005 - 06:10
- Does anyone know if this version is vulnerable to the trojan that was targeting the previous version?
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#18.1 Posted by SquareSoft0 on 18 Feb 2005 - 07:17
- The previous version already had an update.
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#19 Posted by tm™ on 18 Feb 2005 - 06:52
- What's up with Microsoft and "refresh" builds?
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#19.1 Posted by Jelly2003 on 18 Feb 2005 - 08:15
- I'll expect the Open Source tcommunity to start using that term shortly, one thing I've noticed is that a lot of open source projects seem to pick up MS naming schemes.
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#20 Posted by Jelly2003 on 18 Feb 2005 - 08:19
QUOTE This helps reduce negative effects caused by spyware including slow PC performance, annoying pop-up ads,
That made me laugh, when I installed the first beta, all I got were these huge and annoying pop up information boxes, and displaying all their special slide and fade effects seemed to slow my system down.
I installed that on my dad's computer at his house, and ended up uninstalling it because he was better off battling the spyware, rather then battling the supposed solution.-
#20.1 Posted by shao on 18 Feb 2005 - 09:34
- rofl
yeah, that'd be funny, if it was. unfortunately the information pop-ups from msAS are exactly that; informational. If you get a popup saying something's trying to install itself on your computer, or inject itself into theregistry, or hijack your browser it will tell you about it, and in some cases you get to choose whether to allow it or not.
if you're getting a lot it could be you have some spyware not detected by msAS and you should look through the system explorers to see where something is injecting itself, or use another product such as adaware / spybot s&d to clear up the problem totally. Unfortunately, no anti spyware product has definitions for all types of spyware so it's always prudent to have a multi tier set up.
but of course, you seem like you don't give a s*it anyway, so why should i. they say ignorance is bliss. :>
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#21 Posted by Herby on 18 Feb 2005 - 08:28
- The "hide tray icon" bug is still there, you have to restart your computer to make it work.
I found some Commandline Parameters:
AutoUpdater: GIANTAntiSpywareMain.exe update
Scheduled Scan: GIANTAntiSpywareMain.exe -scan -schedule -withui -withresultsui
Spyware Scan: GIANTAntiSpywareMain.exe -LaunchMode1
Spyware Quarantine: GIANTAntiSpywareMain.exe -LaunchMode2
Settings: GIANTAntiSpywareMain.exe -LaunchMode3
Desktop Icon with all the commands (see image)
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#22 Posted by smashguy on 18 Feb 2005 - 09:27
QUOTE This is what I have
Microsoft AntiSpyware Version: 1.0.509
This version expires on: 31/07/2005
Spyware Definition Version: 5689 (18/02/2005 9:56:14 AM)
me too...
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#23 Posted by jwjw1 on 18 Feb 2005 - 14:45
- Known spyware on your PC can be detected and removed. This helps reduce negative effects caused by spyware including slow PC performance, annoying pop-up ads, unwanted changes to Internet settings, and unauthorized use of your private information. Continuous protection improves Internet browsing safety by guarding over 50 ways spyware can enter your PC.
The worldwide SpyNet community plays a key role in determining which suspicious programs are classified as spyware. Microsoft researchers quickly develop methods to counteract these threats, which are automatically downloaded to your PC, so you stay up-to-date.
Latest Changes:
* This download has been updated to include signature version 5687
* Enhanced some of the real-time protection agents, added new threat categories, and improved stability and performance
Download: Microsoft Windows AntiSpyware 1.0.509 Beta 1
http://download.microsoft.com/download/8/1/5/815d2d60-49b5-44dc-ae35-fca2f2c6f0cc/MicrosoftAntiSpywareInstall.exe
Then when you install..if will update the definitions to 5689
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#24 Posted by Hekx on 18 Feb 2005 - 16:08
- Microsoft AntiSpyware Version: 1.0.501
This version expires on: 31/07/2005
Spyware Definition Version: 5689 (17/02/2005 21:54:33)
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But hey, the tray icon has gone!
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#25 Posted by sparkymcg on 18 Feb 2005 - 16:19
- When you do a scan msg plus comes up and there is a posibility someone might delete it all
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#26 Posted by alan8it on 18 Feb 2005 - 17:41
- The one thing I dislike about the product is the slowness of those informational messages. When something is added to my startup (either folder or registry entry), Mike Lim's Startup Monitor provides a popup window Immediately. Then, about 10 seconds later, I get the popup from MS Anti spyware with the same info! Same for Active x Controls! Way too slow for my tastes. Will have to keep running manual scans for the time being...
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#27 Posted by ThaCrip on 20 Feb 2005 - 22:41
- personally i think this microsoft anti-spyware program is pretty much not needed... they need to focus on more important things than worrying about programs like this since... programs like ad-aware and spybot Search and destroy pretty much got spyware removal covered...
they should deticate there time to windows security and IE security... basicallt rebuild IE from ground up and remove it from the OS ... i know it aint ever gonna happen in windows xp... but for windows longhorn IE should definately be un-installable. -
#27.1 Posted by shao on 21 Feb 2005 - 10:55
- first off msAS is in many ways better than both adaware / sbs&d, and are a lot easier to use, and generally more intuitive. plus it covers more areas, and provides better user interaction when potentially malicious things try to run / install themselves on your pc. none of these 3 products cover all malware though, so for better security a combination of various products is still worth while.
ms ARE working on an updated ie, which should address some of the more glaringly obvious security risks. a combination of ie updates, msAS, the ms firewall, and ms antivirus should help improve the security of xp out of the box, which is a big bonus.
Since releasing Windows AntiSpyware (Beta) on January 6, 2005, we have received feedback from customers and have made enhancements to the software based on this feedback. We have enhanced some of the real-time protection agents, added new threat categories, and improved stability and performance. If you are using a previous version you can simply upgrade to the refreshed version. The version number of the refreshed version is 1.0.509. To check the version number, click About Microsoft AntiSpyware… on the Help menu.
Note: This download has been updated to include signature version 5687, which is the most current as of February 10, 2005. Customers who have installed Microsoft Windows AntiSpyware prior to this date do not need to re-download. They will receive signature updates as part of their next automatic or manual signature update.
Full Press Statement:
MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. - February 16th, 2005 - The Mozilla Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving choice and promoting innovation on the Internet, today announced its award-winning Firefox browser has been downloaded more than 25 million times, fueled by consumers' demand for a faster, safer Internet experience. Released less than 100-days-ago Firefox has quickly become the browser of choice, offering user-friendly features such as tabbed browsing, built-in pop-up blocking and live bookmarks.
The Mozilla Foundation further announced that Spread Firefox, the volunteer advocacy group charged with promoting the browser around the world, has grown to more than 70,000 members. Spread Firefox was developed on the same model as the open source software itself – enlist passionate and talented individuals, each of whom bring unique and diverse experience to the project.
"Twenty five million Firefox downloads is a significant achievement, and we see that number continuing to grow," said Mitchell Baker, president of the Mozilla Foundation. "Firefox is being rapidly adopted by the mainstream, with this audience embracing Firefox as a more user-friendly web browsing solution."
Mozilla Foundation volunteers have translated the software into 28 different languages, ensuring consumers around the world have equal access to the Firefox browser.