Malwarebytes for Windows version 5.5.0.237 was released on 19 February 2026.
Features and improvements
- Added File Shredder to the Tools section, a new feature that allows you to permanently delete a file or folder from your hard drive or even a USB. For more information on using File Shredder, see:
- Improved the readability of scan reports in the Advanced tab for scan duration and scan results, and when exporting a scan report.
- Improved website blocked notifications to sometimes show both the app name and the file name for easier identification.
Issues fixed
Fixed an issue with Detection History sometimes sorting dates incorrectly.
Fixed an issue that sometimes caused Malwarebytes to not load properly.
- Minor UI and localization fixes.