A List Of Free Security Tools

[nclr11111]

IObit security 360 is free antimalware with realtime protection. Used it for quite a while and think it´s really good.

Maybe it´s something for the list??

[DKT27]

There were news all around the net that said Malwarebytes had accused IObit of stealing their Definitions etc, IObit denied it but after a few days, they totally changed their definitions, so personally, I wont recommend it.

[nclr11111]

There were news all around the net that said Malwarebytes had accused IObit of stealing their Definitions etc, IObit denied it but after a few days, they totally changed their definitions, so personally, I wont recommend it.

Have´nt heard that! Thx for info!

[AlienForce1]

HIPS:

GesWall

PrevX

Sandboxie

Spyware Terminator

ThreatFire

WinPatrol

Winpooch

You should ad to this list Malware Defender , now it`s free .

Malware Defender description (Softpedia) :

Malware Defender is a HIPS (Host Intrusion Prevention System) with low resource usage and latency. It is effective to protect your computer system from all forms of malware (viruses, worms, Trojans, adware, spyware, keyloggers, rootkits, etc.).

Malware Defender is also an advanced rootkit detector. Malware Defender provides many tools that allow you to detect and remove installed malware.

Whether you are an expert or not, Malware Defender is your choice to protect your system.

Here are some key features of "Malware Defender":

· Realtime protection system

· Monitors process, file and registry activity for suspicious behavior.

· Detects all forms of malware, whether known or unknown.

· Supports learning mode and silent mode.

· High performance and low resource usage.

· Process manager

· Detects hidden processes and threads.

· Detects unsigned processes and modules.

· Kills processes and threads using advanced method.

· Suspends/resumes processes and threads.

· Unloads modules of processes.

· Closes handles of processes.

· Kernel module manager

· Detects hidden kernel modules and kernel threads.

· Detects unsigned kernel modules.

· Kills, suspends and resumes kernel threads.

· Kills kernel DPC (Deferred Procedure Call) timers.

· Hooks detector

· Detects and removes system service table hooks (SSDT hooks).

· Detects and removes Win32k service table hooks (shadow SSDT hooks).

· Detects and removes interrupt descriptor table hooks (IDT hooks).

· Detects and removes SYSENTER handler hook.

· Detects and removes kernel object hooks.

· Detects and removes kernel notify routines.

· Detects and removes kernel mode code hooks.

· Detects and removes user mode code hooks.

· Detects and removes global message hooks.

· Detects attached devices.

· Detects hooked driver dispatch routines (IRP hooks).

· Autostart application manager

· Scans all known autostart locations.

· Detects hidden autostart entries.

· Detects newly added autostart entries.

· Undoes and redoes deletion of autostart entries.

· File explorer

· Detects hidden files and folders.

· Shows and deletes NTFS Alternate Data Streams (ADS).

· Deletes in-use files.

· Registry editor

· Full functional registry editor.

· Detects hidden registry entries.

- homepage : http://labs.360.cn/malwaredefender/index.html

- homepage (Google translate chinese-english) : http://translate.google.com/translate?js=n&prev=_t&hl=en&ie=UTF-8&layout=2&eotf=1&sl=zh-CN&tl=en&u=http%3A%2F%2Flabs.360.cn%2Fmalwaredefender%2Findex.html&act=url

- download : http://dl.360safe.com/md_setup_en.exe

- on Matousec`s tests Malware Defender reached the Excellent protection level (91 %) : http://www.matousec.com/projects/proactive-security-challenge/results.php

[AlienForce1]

Realtime Anti-Virus:

Avast!

Antivir Personal

AVG Free

Microsoft Security Essentials

Panda Cloud Anti-Virus

Rising Free Anti-Virus

On Demand Malware Scanners (These should be used in conjunction with some of the other tools)

a² Free

Bitdefender Free

ClamWin

Dr. Web CureIt

HitmanPro

Kaspersky AVP Tool

Microsoft Malicious Software Removal Tool

Bitdefender Antivirus Free Edition 2011 - now has real-time protection ( BitDefender Forum , Mar 23 2011, 11:56 PM : http://forum.bitdefender.com/index.php?showtopic=25341 )

- homepage : http://www.bitdefender.com/solutions/free.html

QUOTE

You searched for a virus that fits you?

You thought you could be free?

Using BitDefender Free Edition you get a chance to use antivirus engines for free!

BitDefender Antivirus 2011 Free Edition uses the same scanning engines certified by ICSA Labs as other BitDefender products, allowing a basic virus protection.

BitDefender Antivirus 2011 Free Edition is a tool that scans your computer in real time, excellent for system recovery. If you are permanently connected to the Internet, you should use a more complex antivirus solution.

Features

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Scanning and removal

On-demand scanning - Powerful scan engines ensure detection and removal of all viruses in circulation, whenever you need.

Scheduled scan

You can program the system check at any time, periodically, without any other intervention in the computer when not in use.

Immediate scanning

With just a right click you can check your files and folders.

Skinable interface

You can express yourself, designing new interfaces, or you can use those drawn by others.

Quarantine

The risk of getting infected is reduced by isolating the infected files in quarantine. You also can send these files for further analysis to BitDefender Labs.

File Report

When launching a scan you can choose to create a report file to see statistics about the process.

System Requirements

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System Requirements:

Pentium MMX 200 Mhz or higher

Minimum 64MB RAM (128MB recommended)

Minimum 40MB free disk space

Operating Systems:

98/NT-SP6/Me/2000/XP Windows IE 4.0 (+)

- download (ro) : http://www.bitdefender.ro/PRODUCT-14-ro--B...ition-2011.html

- download (en) : http://download.bitdefender.com/windows/installer/en/bitdefender_free.exe

(IMG: http://img269.imageshack.us/img269/263/bitdefenderfree2011.jpg )

[AlienForce1]

What do you think - can be frontpaged the above two programs ?

Other Security ToolsSoftware

Malware Defender ( Updated 6/26/2011 ) :rolleyes:

Anti-MalwareSoftware

Bitdefender Antivirus Free Edition 2011 ( Updated 6/26/2011 ) :rolleyes:

[Lite]

I'll forward the FP suggestions to the rest of the team. Thanks.

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I've moved BD Free to the realtime group and added MD.

[Kojootti]

Clam AV is integrated on spyware terminator and gives real-time protection,as it's page says:

Spyware Terminator has included the popular award winning open-source antivirus, Clam AntiVirus (ClamAV),for optional integration to achieve a higher level of security.ClamAV can be integrated into spyware scans, updates and the real-time protection.

Also, SecureIT has ClamAV protecting in real-time,and has a FREE edition:

http://www.fightspyware.net/

More stuff..

Appremover

Effective Application Removal

The free AppRemover utility enables the thorough uninstallation of security applications like antivirus and antispyware from your computer. Remove computer stress. Simply, cleanly and effectively.

What is AppRemover?

AppRemover is a free utility from OPSWAT that enables users to remove antivirus, antispyware and other security applications, as well as left over files remaining from incomplete uninstallations. There's no more need to mess around with your registry.

Don't forget to replace your antivirus solution with an OPSWAT Certified product.

Features application support for avast!, AVG, Avira, ESET, Kaspersky, McAfee, Norton, Symantec, Trend Micro and more.

EndTask Pro

FREE Advanced Task Manager, Pop-up ads blocker and more

EndTask Pro protects you against unkown spyware, pop-up ads, and provides you with a variety of bonus tools helpful for any computer user. EndTask complements your firewall and Adware removal tools by giving you direct control over all of the programs that are running on your computer and powerful monitoring tools. Its unique pop-up blocker will save you time by hiding annoying advertisements while allowing access to good pop-ups.

For IE/Firefox Browser:

G Data CloudSecurity Free realtime protection from malware and phishing attacks.

G Data CloudSecurity is a new, free-of-charge plugin for the popular browsers Internet Explorer and Mozilla Firefox.

It effectively blocks access to known malware distribution and phishing websites - in realtime. The plugin can be used alongside any other installed security suite and is ready for action after installing; no additional configuring required. A simple way to more security on the web by G Data, the award winning manufacturer of security software.

Free plugin for Internet Explorer and Mozilla Firefox

Compatible with all other security products

Prevents access to malware and phishing websites

Install once – no updates required

PC performance remains unaffected

Ideal supplement for free AV programs

HIPS+AV (ClamWin,real-time protection),Anti-Spyware:

Spyware Terminator

Got Spyware? Get Unique Protection!

Spyware is software that may display ads, collect your personal information, or change the settings of your computer without your consent. Read more »

Am I at risk from spyware?

Yes, everyone is at risk of losing their privacy and having their computer seriously damaged.

Don't worry! Spyware Terminator 2012 will protect you.

Millions of users worldwide rely on Spyware Terminator 2012, winner of many awards and high ratings from industry experts and users. Its free comprehensive protection is comparable to competitors' paid versions!

Spyware Terminator 2012 includes:

Fast spyware scanning

100% real-time protection

HIPS protection

Antivirus protection

View List of All Features »

ANTI-KEYLOGGING+BROWSER PROTECTION:

QFX Software Keyscrambler Personal

Protects all your keyboard entries in IE, Firefox, Flock.

KeyScrambler Personal protects your login credentials, credit card numbers, addresses and any private info you type on a website when you do online shopping and online banking. It also protects your Web email (e.g., Yahoo mail, hotmail, and gmail); search terms, Java, Flash, PDF Forms, Browser Dialogs, and browser master passwords. This effective tool against online identity theft gives you value that nobody can match.

Bios Password Cleaning:

PC CMOS Cleaner

Forgot Your BIOS Password?

You do not have access to change the settings in BIOS?

Have bought a laptop from the other people or Auction website, but they did not tell you the BIOS password?

At this time, PC CMOS Cleaner will help you to solve them in several clicks.

PC CMOS Cleaner is an easy-to-use tool to recover, delete, decode and display the superior passwords stored in BIOS whatever the brand is. Most types of BIOS are supported. It's an bootable CD that runs on x86 and x86_64 computers. No need to pay expensive fees to experts. It's a useful tool for users to get their lost BIOS password back, or clean passwords from an old computer bought from others.

Key Features:

Support all x86, x86_64 Personal Computers.

Support most BIOS, such as: AWARD, AMI, Compaq, Phoenix, Samsung, IBM, Compaq, DTK, Thinkpad, Sony, Toshiba and so on.

Display the superior passwords of the BIOS .

Remove BIOS password(will set the BIOS to default status, need reset date).

Set the BIOS to default state

Internet Security:

FortiClient Lite is a free endpoint protection suite that includes malware/virus detection, parental web control, and VPN. Malware is detected using updated threat intelligence and definitions from Fortinet's FortiGuard Labs. Parental control offers a simple and effective way to block malicious and explicit web sites. Single VPN configuration allows quick and easy secure, remote access via IPSec or SSL protocols. FortiClient Lite leverages FortiClient's Antivirus technology, developed in-house by Fortinet. FortiClient Antivirus has achieved more than twenty VB100 awards and is capable of detecting threats on both a reactive and proactive basis. Proactive detection is based on detecting zero-day malware that has never been seen before in the wild.

Contact your VAR or partner to get FortiClient or FortiClient Premium, both offer world class protection and 24x7 phone support.

What's new in this version: Version 4.3.2 introduces two new features. Parental Controls for web have been added, available through a simple user interface that blocks both Malicious and Explicit websites. IPSec VPN and SSL VPN functionality is also added in 4.3.2, using a simple VPN interface.

System Requirements:

· Pentium processor or equivalent

· 600 MB hard disk space

· Compatible Operating System & Minimum RAM

- Windows 2000: 128 MB

- Windows XP 32-bit and 64-bit: 256 MB

- Windows Vista 32-bit and 64-bit: 512 MB

- Windows 7 32-bit and 64-bit: 512 MB

[humble3d]

Many Thanks, I've used this one [bios Password Cleaning:] and it works :)

[Lite]

First post updated, thanks Kajootti ;)

[ande]

Please consider to add this antivirus to your list!

They have 2 AV engines, one is their and another is Sunbelt/GFI Vipre engine!

They have first VB100

Active protection:

Quick scan options:

Message:

Memory usage:

good detection(left top):

To get Viper AV engine for free would be enough , but this antivirus has alot to offer !

[ande]

Also consider adding free application called Sendori that change PC DNS settings !

Allowing Sendori to change your current DNS settings is a safe, fully reversible configuration change that will not harm your computer. Sendori speeds up your web surfing experience and protects you from the latest threats, including viruses, worms, and zero-day vulnerabilities.

For more informatio visit official site! - LINK

[mcgruff]

Nice Work, In my view I like them in this order:

1. AntiVir

2. Avast

3. Avg

4. Bitdefender

5. Comodo

6. Clamwin.

[SnakeMasteR]

SpyMe Tools

SpyMe Tools is very useful in detecting Registry and Disk changes. If any application

installs spyware, adware, dlls, programs, files, or any other type of file, picture, or

program, etc. or changes the Registry's content, you will be able to see exactly where

the modification occurred so you can take measures. It seems like more and more

programs are attempting to install spyware, advertisements, or other garbage without

your knowledge, but with this software you will know everything that is added or removed.

Very helpful and could be placed in the list/other tools. :)

[speedy57]

Norton Power Eraser: http://us.norton.com/support/DIY/?inid=us_hho_support_tovnav3_spyware&virusremoval

LINK: http://liveupdate.symantec.com/upgrade/NPE/1033/NPE.exe

;)

[emil47]

I'd add and Sophos AntiRootkit tool to the list.

[Bleeding Rose]

Great topic. Thanks for making this list.

[csmdew]

Be nice if that list was put in rar, zip or some other type of file for download so we could play around with this at a leisurely time. thanks

[clubhouse]

Be nice if that list was put in rar, zip or some other type of file for download so we could play around with this at a leisurely time. thanks

Great idea!....go for it :)

[Lite]

Be nice if that list was put in rar, zip or some other type of file for download so we could play around with this at a leisurely time. thanks

Is that a suggestion to download all the tools and place them into an archive?

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List has been updated. Thanks for the suggestions ;)

[tezza]

May i suggest this program, the portable version is akin to carrying a Swiss army knife. For a full list of capabilities http://www.carifred.com/uvk/

UVK is a powerful virus removal and Windows repair tool.

With simple and intuitive interface, UVK allows users to detect and delete all types of malware and spyware from infected systems. It also includes lots of tools to repair windows after the disinfection.

[Lite]

Added, thanks ;)

[Lite]

Unfortunately this firewall tool is EOL:

Sunbelt Personal Firewall Software End-of-Life

After many years as leader in firewall protection, Sunbelt Personal Firewall is being discontinued. While there are many loyal customers for this product, we have found that most customers prefer to purchase GFI VIPRE® Antivirus Premium instead, which includes firewall technology AND antivirus support.

Hence, effective May 23, 2011, Sunbelt Personal Firewall will be discontinued and no longer available for purchase. Technical support for Sunbelt Personal Firewall will be provided until December 31, 2011.

We are offering all existing Sunbelt Personal Firewall customers with a current subscriptions a free download of our award-winning VIPRE Premium. This free download will be available from May 23 through December 31, 2011. Customers with current licenses will be sent an email with further information.

[avmad]

Nice thread but I didn't see CCE. Comodo Cleaning Essentials.

https://www.comodo.com/business-security/network-protection/cleaning_essentials.php

[Lite]

Added ;)