Security Status
What's new in this version:
AVG Internet Security 23.8.8416.0 (64-bit)
Major public announcement:
- Improvement New Scan Smart detection capabilities - Smart Scan can now check for outdated drivers and any issues related to your identity online. Go ahead, give it a try now!
- Improvement Enhanced protection for your web browsing - We’ve introduced a new layer of detection with DNS scanning, focused on finding advanced malware in your device.
AVG Internet Security 23.7.8348.0 (64-bit)
- NEW DNS traffic scan: We’ve improved our detection scan to monitor your network by filtering out malicious domains and patterns early on
- Improvement Web Shield performance: Enjoy faster browsing and performance on the websites and streaming sites (e.g., Netflix) while staying protected
- Improvement Minor bug fixes: We continuously fix bugs to keep your protection going strong
AVG Internet Security 23.6.8271.0 (64-bit)
- Premium: Enhancing SANDBOX functionality - You're now protected from programs taking screenshots or video-recording your desktop.
- New: Easier access to Avast Account – You can now sign up or sign in directly from the dashboard
- Improved: We’ve modernized the folder dialog to make it easier for you to search and select files
Fixed:
- We’ve fixed minor performance issues related to shutting down or restarting the computer in Web Shield
- We are testing Icarus as new technology for installation of the AV
AVG Internet Security 23.5.8195.0 (64-bit)
Fixed:
- Fixing deadlocks that appeared on some older windows
- Wi-Fi Inspector causing a long shutdown
- Crashes in installer
- Fixed issue with not working installation of Secure browser on W7 and W8
- We’ve adopted the new OpenSSL 3.1.0 to address additional security fixes
Improved:
- We’ve optimized Web Shield to scan based on DNS parameters to better protect you from wider online threats
- You’re now better protected from malware found in OneNote file attachments in phishing emails
- Support Tool improved configuration reporting for better analyses of support engineers
AVG Internet Security 23.4.8118.0 (64-bit)
- FIX Rollback of CEF update that was causing Black UI issue (update will fix even the affected clients)
- Improvement Improved Sensitive Data Shield – We’ve enhanced the support of Sensitive Data Shield for all FATx-based hard drives
- Improvement Scanning and detection of MSI installers
- Improvement Support tool now gathers 3rd party application crash data that are only 7 days ol
AVG Internet Security 23.3.8047.0 (64-bit)
- Improvement Communication - We’ve improved communication in certain areas to enhance education about possible risks. Education about the risks when adding an exception.
- Improvement Feedback - Your opinion matters! We’ve improved the feedback form so you can tell us about your experience in detail
- FIX NTFS MFT Cleanup support for shredder
- FIX Allow free volume space shredding for FAT drives
AVG Internet Security 23.2.7961.0 (64-bit)
- Improvement Bank Mode - Be more secure while banking online with Bank Mode. It stops programs, like keyloggers, from stealing your personal info (e.g., bank login, passwords, and card details).
- Redesign Immediate detection in Network Inspector – Get notified right away of any network security issue, especially if you're connected to a suspicious Wi-Fi network. The notifications have a new look as well.
- Improvement Faster File Shield - We’ve improved the speed of File Shield by using Kernel EAs, so it can scan files and programs faster for any malicious threats.
- Bug fixes - fixed incompatibility with DxO PhotoLab and other software
AVG Internet Security 23.2.7961.0 (64-bit)
Fixed:
- issue where disabled shields message in UI had yellow instead of red color
- the incompatibility with product DxO PhotoLab and also other possible performance problems caused by the same bug in the AV
AVG Internet Security 23.1.7883.0 (64-bit)
- fixes to optimize your protection and increase the performance
AVG Internet Security 22.12.7758.0 (64-bit)
Fixed:
- adding block for installation and update for Windows 7 32bit without specific KB update related to SHA-2 signatures support (causing the system problems with booting when our drivers without SHA-1 signature are present
- bug fixes
AVG Internet Security 22.11.7716.0 (64-bit)
Fixed:
- Fixed crash in IDP
- Updated version of OpenSSL in our product to the latest version with security patches
- Fixed issue where the user choice made in FW ask dialogue was not saved properly
AVG Internet Security 22.10.7633.0 (64-bit)
Fixed:
- Additional changes related to SSL and Email Shield
- Avg UI process blocked by Windows Firewall
- RDP connection does not work on Windows 7 x64 when Remote Access Shield is enabled
AVG Internet Security 22.9.7554.0 (64-bit)
- Change log not available for this version
AVG Internet Security 22.8.7500.0 (64-bit)
Fixed:
- incompatibility with Easy Anti-Cheat which could cause BSOD
- potential performance slowdown during rescanning very frequently changing files in SDS
AVG Internet Security 22.7.7403.0 (64-bit)
New:
- Improved folders selection in ransomware shield selection dialogue (thanks ccm582 for the idea)
- There is new checkbox for auto-continue in smart scan (Get things done quicker). In case there is no issue found by the specific smart scan part, it goes automatically on the next step.
Fixed:
- Fixed BSOD caused by incompatibility with McAfee True Key
AVG Internet Security 22.6.7355.0 (64-bit)
Fixed:
- Webcam shield now works also with an integrated camera (W10+)
- Fixed deadlock between setup and licensing during edition change
AVG Internet Security 22.5.7263.0 (64-bit)
- Fixed crash in WebShield
AVG Internet Security 22.4.7175.0 (64-bit)
- Data Shredder now works even after edition change
- Final tuning before release
AVG Internet Security 22.3.3228.0 (64-bit)
Fixed:
- some of the languages available in the setup - language selection were doubled
- problems with shredding whole usb drive under specific circumstances of its execution
AVG Internet Security 22.2.7013.0 (64-bit)
- You can now easily add rules for new applications in Firewall
- Updated our Windows 11 UI to look more modern, with rounded corners
- Antirootkit detection improvements
- Fixed setup UI had some items that weren’t accessible on low-resolution, high-DPI settings (e.g., 1280×800, 200 DPI). These are now accessible.
Fixed:
- two crashes in aswToolSvc
- issue with not working Rescue Disk on UEFI systems
- issue with FW and Scan settings resetting to default after update
- crash in aswToolSvc
- crash in SmartScan
- crash in Secure DNS
- issue with multiple FW dialogs shown for the same *.exe file
AVG Internet Security 22.1.6921.0 (64-bit)
- Change log not available for this version
AVG Internet Security 21.11.6809.0 (64-bit)
- Change log not available for this version
AVG Internet Security 21.10.6772.0 (64-bit)
- Change log not available for this version
AVG Internet Security 21.9.3208.0 (64-bit)
Fixed:
- BSOD in IDP
- crash in Web Shield
- issue where it was not possible to open UI
AVG Internet Security 21.8.6586.0 (64-bit)
Major public announcement:
- A new logo — As the digital world changes, we change with it. We’re proud to unveil a new expression of our identity, reflecting our continued commitment to protecting people’s digital freedom
Other notable improvements in the release:
- Sign in more securely — We're now using OpenID, a more secure sign-in standard, to sign you in to your Avast Account
- Improved exceptions — It's now possible to add exceptions solely for Behavior Shield
- Fixed a tray icon bug — Our system tray icon now shows the proper status of shields after a PC restart
- Password Protection update - we're now protecting newly created backup files of passwords stored in the browser
- Firewall tweaks - We're now blocking switching to public profile when RDP is used
AVG Internet Security 21.6.6446.0 (64-bit)
- Fixed issue that after update from 21.5 to 21.6 FW blocked connections to network shares, network printers etc. in public profile
AVG Internet Security 21.5.6354.0 (64-bit)
- Change log not available for this version
AVG Internet Security 21.4.6266.0 (64-bit)
- Change log not available for this version
AVG Internet Security 21.3.6164.0 (64-bit)
- Change log not available for this version
AVG Internet Security 21.2.6096.0 (64-bit)
- Change log not available for this version
AVG Internet Security 21.1.5968.0 (64-bit)
- Change log not available for this version
AVG Internet Security 20.10.5824.0 (64-bit)
- Change log not available for this version
AVG Internet Security 20.9.5758 (64-bit)
- Change log not available for this version
AVG Internet Security 20.8.5684.0 (64-bit)
- Change log not available for this version
AVG Internet Security 20.8.5653.0 (64-bit)
- Change log not available for this version
AVG Internet Security 20.7.5568.0 (64-bit)
- Change log not available for this version
AVG Internet Security 20.6.5495.0 (64-bit)
- Change log not available for this version
AVG Internet Security 20.5.5410.0 (64-bit)
- Change log not available for this version
AVG Internet Security 20.4.5312 (64-bit)
- Change log not available for this version
AVG Internet Security 20.3.5200 (64-bit)
- SecureDNS now fully works after upgrade from Free to Premium without restart
- Firewall now fully works after upgrade from Free to Premium without restart
- Two application crashes under specific conditions related to SecureDNS and Webshield components
- Firewall blocks Microsoft Wireless Display feature
AVG Internet Security 20.2.5130 (64-bit)
- Change log not available for this version
AVG Internet Security 20.1.5069 (64-bit)
- Change log not available for this version
AVG Internet Security 19.8.4793 (64-bit)
- Change log not available for this version
AVG Internet Security 19.7.4674 (64-bit)
- Change log not available for this version
AVG Internet Security 19.6.4546 (64-bit)
- Change log not available for this version
AVG Internet Security 19.5.4444 (64-bit)
- Fixed crash during Sensitive Data Scan
- Fixed issue when Sensitive Data Scan does not finish in some cases
- Toaster “You are protected” now correctly hides after the 15 seconds
- “Move to Virus Chest” button now works also for detection from File Shield
AVG Internet Security 19.4.3089 (64-bit)
- Change log not available for this version
AVG Internet Security 19.3.3084 (64-bit)
- Change log not available for this version
AVG Internet Security 19.2.3079 (64-bit)
- Fixed possible memory leak in service
- Fixed blocking of correct USB removal
- Fixed crashes in licensing when there was unavailable network connection
- Fixed settings backup
AVG Internet Security 19.1.3075 (64-bit)
New:
- Speed! Users of 64-bit Windows should now see faster PC startup and scan times
- Automagic! After purchasing another AVG product from within your antivirus, the new product will now be installed and activated automatically, no activation code needed
- Security! Our Firewall's network detection is now better than ever
Fixed:
- Firewall now runs properly (without a PC restart for those who've upgraded from AVG AntiVirus FREE
- Fixed improper arrangement in our Web Shield detection (threat type and URL were switched)
- Fixed a problem with red dashboard status and our Fix now button
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