BitDefender USB Immunizer 3.0 Update Released
USB Immunizer was launched by BitDefender exactly a year ago as a free complimentary security tool to protect the system against attacks using Windows' autorun functionality. The tool therefor is basically used to protect malware from running automatically when an USB drive is connected to the computer, or when a clean drive is connected to an infected computer that is spreading malware with the help of removable drives.
Microsoft recently patched the autorun feature in all versions of Windows that the company supports (starting with Windows XP and Windows Server 2003). While that protects operating systems when infected USB devices are connected to it, it does not prevent malware from infecting the devices. And while infected devices can't harm Windows XP or newer operating systems automatically anymore, it is still possible if the device is connected to an older system. A recent press release states that autorun related malware is still a huge issue on unpatched Windows XP systems.
BitDefender USB Immunizer 3.0 introduces several new features:
Among the improvements, you’ll probably appreciate the addition of an auto-updater most – no more firing up your browser just for an update. In keeping with the “less hassle†theme that has been permeating Bitdefender software design of late, the interface was overhauled and we’ve added a way to immunize several USB media at once.
When you start the program for the first time you will notice that its interface has changed completely. It previously displayed rotating ads in the interface which made it quite hard to look at for a longer period of time. Ads are still there, but are only displayed after you immunize a device. They seem to be static as well.
Functionality becomes only available once an USB device has been connected to the computer the software is running on. You then have the option to immunize the device. You can alternatively configure an automated solution in the settings.
The program is not offering options to restore the device to its former state. Once immunized, you need to manually remove the protection by deleting the files that the software creates on the drive. For that, you need to display hidden files in Windows to actually see the created files.
If you are running only patched Windows XP or newer systems, and do not connect your USB device to other systems, then there is not really a reason to use the program anymore. Interested users can download the latest version of Immunizer from the BitDefender website.
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Does it come back after every “moment” update?
Yeah right.. Like this is going to stop defender from running =) This is comedy gold right here.
no ‘about the author’ paragraph?
For permanent disable defender is if removed complete from system no just change permission folder.
Just this is joke.
simpler, load Autoruns (SysInternals)
– filter “Defender”
– untag all entries
– reboot
nothing has changed since my 1st modification years ago
I wouldn’t disable Defender imho, it has too many hidden roots inside Windows itself. One time I tried to uninstall it using brute force scripts and then the Onedrive feature stopped working definitely. A reinstallation was needed and since those times I prefer to maintain Defender untouched. It’s a better method to install another antivirus and it will disable Defender in a safer and easier mode (e.g., Avast is the best in this way, and also Panda Cloud Free is good too).
U are just * [Editor: removed] thats the problem ;p first of all u shall always debloat windows u shall have max 65 services with your drivers for pc and windows own servs. You didnt know what that script did
You can not stop defender from running in background or remove it without some penalty. All you can do is to limit telemetry.
@borts,
It’s probably Smartscreen which is preventing WD from being disabled. Get rid of that and the problem should be solved: https://thegeekpage.com/disable-windows-defender-smartscreen/#How_to_disable_the_Windows_Defender_SmartScreen_via_Local_Group_Policy_Editor
Remove Windows and go for Linux.
Linux sucks dude. Besides it’s not comparable to Windows, these OSes are in different classes entirely.
I use Linux as my daily driver. It’s far more stable than Windows. When’s the last time you used Linux, 2010?
@basingstoke
You’re right, dude. Bro, linux is just a bunch of code that starts before the OS, dude. Brobrodude, that shit ain’t even got emojis, dudebrodudeman! Dudebro, it’s no way near as cool as Windows with its hardcoded abilities to make money off the user, bro. Yo brodude man, you’re the coolest dude ever man, bro. Dude.
Lol what? Windows 7 doesn’t come with any Emojis
Download Autoruns and remove the checkmark from Windows Defender. It doesn’t remove it, but it will never run. https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/sysinternals/downloads/autoruns
Just use “Defender Control”:
https://www.sordum.org/9480/defender-control-v2-1/comment-page-1/#comments
Per this video,
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CLIjr7FyxZ8
it also works on Windows 11 too…
Win Defender, is completly the most succesful free-built in antivirus of Microsoft. Really nice product. Saved my ass a lot of times. Has updated malware database, completly strong defence
from whatever smart screen disables. Or if you want better and more upgrated (paid) program,
you can go further. But defender is always on your side.
Why would one disable Windows (or Microsoft) Defender in the first place?. I consider this to be playing with fire big time. Everybody knows that if one is using another A-V, Defender will be disabled on its own and won’t be in one’s way.
Why would I want to disable Windows Defender in the first place? It’s a great anti virus in my opinion. Been using it since Windows 8 and and never had a problem or a virus. Why mess with a good thing, if it ain’t broke don’t fix it.
How a ridiculous article!
I am thoroughly stunned.
Why Should You Disable First-Party Windows Defender?
I can only think that it is “malice or perversely intention (want you to buy a third-party AV where you can expect a back margin)” to guide invalidation without showing the premise.
No sane company will use third-party closed source programs (such as AV).
As I thought, “Ghacks Technology News” seems to be coming to downfall.