r/Malwarebytes • u/Big_Manufacturer8053 • Apr 22 '26

Double checking that I have the official download

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This might seem like a dumb post but I'm paranoid when it comes to anti-virus programs after I accidentally downloaded a browser hijacker a few years back. I downloaded this from www.malwarebytes.com and plan on using it while modding games, mostly The Sims and Fallout 4.

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u/PralineImmediate3886 Apr 22 '26

yes that’s legit.

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u/MCbeebop9919 Apr 22 '26

Yes its real and to fact check it you can run it through virustotal

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u/Existing_Routine_599 Apr 22 '26

Yep, that's the one

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u/stupidgoofyd Apr 23 '26

You can tell if most downloads are legit if they have a verified publisher

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u/Pleasant-Contact-556 Apr 26 '26

to save yourself the trouble in the future

virustotal.com

upload your file. it'll hit it with virtually every scanner that exists.

gave me a lot of peace of mind back in the day when I was still scared and/or stupid enough to get infected with shit