[Lex Computer & Tech Group/LCTG] Kaspersky antivirus users - what to do?

Sat Jul 20 21:44:20 PDT 2024

Actual test results of Defender VS my solution. 27% for MS and 100% for 
my solution.

Defender by itself:

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Try going here and see if bitdefender catches it. It doesn't on my VM.

http://maliciouswebsitetest.com/

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Ad and Tracking Blocking test site.

https://d3ward.github.io/toolz/adblock.html

I score a 100%!

My NordVPN with antimalware protection, is EXCELLENT!It scans the 
packets before Windows does and catches everything before defender even 
has a chance to try to scan it. Every file you download is scanned 
before Defender sees it.

Microsoft's own bing copilot even rates Malwarebytes as a better solution:

Now, let’s address the question directly:*Is Malwarebytes better than 
Windows Defender?*

  * *Malwarebytes*tends to be more robust in terms of features. Its paid
    version offers real-time protection, a password manager, and a VPN
    (in the Premium + Privacy plan). The exploit protection is also a
    valuable addition.
  * *Windows Defender*, being built into Windows, is a good starting
    point for basic security needs. It’s free and provides essential
    protection. However, it lacks some advanced features like a VPN and
    exploit protection.

In summary:

  * If you’re looking for a comprehensive solution with additional
    features,*Malwarebytes*is a better choice.
  * If you prefer a simple, built-in solution that covers the
    basics,*Windows Defender*(Microsoft Defender) is a decent option.

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Here are my complete test results:

On 7/20/2024 10:54 PM, jjrudy1 wrote:
> Abd microsoft provides defender for free
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> Sent from Samsung Galaxy smartphone.
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> -------- Original message --------
> From: Drew King via LCTG <lctg at lists.toku.us>
> Date: 7/20/24 10:35 PM (GMT-05:00)
> To: tracy at windweaver.com, lctg at lists.toku.us
> Subject: Re: [Lex Computer & Tech Group/LCTG] Kaspersky antivirus 
> users - what to do?
>
> Tracy,
>
> I understand that it's a good idea to stop using Kaspersky antivirus 
> and just take your loss.
>
> I have been using the paid version of Malwarebytes anti-malware for 
> many years, and I'm very happy with it.
>
> Drew.
>
> On 7/20/2024 10:16 PM, tracy--- via LCTG wrote:
>> Folks -
>> I renewed my Kaspersky antivirus/security system software earlier in 
>> January and just learned this week that they're forced to leave the 
>> U.S. (they're Russian) and their software will be on limited 
>> funcitonality beginning in September. However, when I check My 
>> Kaspersky, my subscription page says it's already on "limited 
>> functionality" whatever that means.
>>
>> Given that one of my credit cards was compromised a week ago - one 
>> that I've only used with Paypal (which has always been reliable) and 
>> the library and never used outside my apartment -- I'm getting 
>> concerned that my computer is unsafe. I had done a full system scan a 
>> week ago but that was with Kaspersky --- and apparently they're 
>> gradually stopping upgrading their databases.
>>
>> Does anyone have any more information about how safe they are now?
>> Do you recommend I soon de-install them and get another 
>> antivirus/security/firewall setup?
>> If so, what do you believe is the most secure (and hopefully under 
>> $100/year)
>> I have Windows 11.
>>
>> I'm angry because I'm on a very very tight budget now due to an 
>> ongoing medical condition and  have nearly six months left on my 
>> subscription.
>> Please email privately - unless others on this list also have 
>> Kaspersky concerns.
>>
>> Tracy Marks
>> p.s. I deleted last week's emails from this group unread due to 
>> time-consuming crises the past week, so I apologize if the Kaspersky 
>> situation has already been discussed.
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