[ALERT] Can You Trust These Tech Firms? - Comments Page 1

Bob, you rock. Thank you for keeping up with this kind of stuff so I don't have to do it.

Wow. I guess I need to find a different Rescue Disk also. I sure am glad I can read your articles. I don't have time to stay up with all this stuff. It may be time to buy you another Snickers (or some coffee....)!

Bob you listed Malewarebytes Anti-Malware as having serious flaws. I went to the link you provided and it indicated that the problem has been fixed. So, is Malewarebytes not longer an issue? Thanks!

EDITOR'S NOTE: Yes, the problem has been fixed. That was just an example of a security company making an avoidable mistake.

Bob, I just installed Comodo Backup, is there anything I should worry about? (I do not use the internet to backup)

After reading your article about anti-virus software, I am starting to wonder if I can trust any internet outfit selling software to the public. If you were going to install anti-virus software on your computer today, could you make some recommendations?

EDITOR'S NOTE: I still use Avast, despite the minor annoyance I mentioned.

Thanks! Also, I was happy to get your tip on deleting the annoying Avast icon in my outgoing emails.

Thanks for this, and all you articles. I would not have caught the COMODO issue on my own.

Much appreciated.

I have been running Sophos Home for windows for a month or so and I am happy with it so far. It boots up faster than Avast and has no annoying pop ups to contend with.

Bob have been a long time reader 1st time writing a response. I just finished unchecking the box in avast to get rid of the avast ad which just started being added to my emails, when I saw your post about it. I also have been trying unsuccessfully to rid myself of the windows 10 update. I deleted it and it comes right back I hid it and it comes right back any suggestions? I switched 1 computer to it and do not like it. I do not plan to switch my other machines until I have no other choice.

To Jerry (4 Feb 2016):
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Thanks Bob - your tech savvy has never let me down.

To Remove Windows 10 Update Icon and Hide...

Go to CONTROL PANEL, PROGRAMS AND FEATURES.
Left hand column, VIEW INSTALLED UPDATES.

Sort by Name, look for:
Update For Microsoft Windows (KB3035583)

Then, UNINSTALL and Restart.

Then, Go to WINDOWS UPDATES.
Go to OPTIONAL UPDATES.
Find KB3035583, right click and hide.

You can always unhide it if you change your mind and want to download Windows 10.

I hope Comodo's firewall is ok, I have used it 4 years and it seems to work very well.
But why the panic about Avast putting an icon on the bottom of a mail, it shows that the sender has a responsible anti virus or email checker

EDITOR'S NOTE: It's an option in Avast, to add the "signature" to outgoing emails. I've turned it OFF twice, not just because I object to it being there, but because it garbles the message. But Avast keeps turning it back on. It's an annoyance, but I continue to use Avast.

Just like Robert, I also have Comodo's Firewall.
I hope Bob can set us straight on that, otherwise maybe I'll look for a new Firewall. Over to you Bob!!!

EDITOR'S NOTE: Comodo Firewall may be a great product. But given their repeated underhanded actions, I'm inclined to stay away from anything that produce, for now. I personally do not use or recommend a software firewall, because that function is built into most routers.

Thanks Bob, so which antivirus program DO you recommend now? I thought you liked Avast or AVG, can't remember which but sounds like those are a no-no now?

EDITOR'S NOTE: I still use and recommend Avast. The issue I mentioned was not security-related.

Andy says:
Just like Robert, I also have Comodo's Firewall.
I hope Bob can set us straight on that, otherwise maybe I'll look for a new Firewall.
Over to you Bob!!!

I too HAD comodo fw many years ago. And then I read about the issues that comoco had.

It took me three HOURS to finally erase every last vestige of comodo (and it's related malware) from my system.

It can be done but you must check and re-check and double check to make sure all is gone. Use 3 or 4 erase/delete type programs to do this as just like with av sw, not all programs catch all aspects.

Google "comodo sucks" for an eyefull.

BTW, if you're using a router, just make sure you have a really good password. You don't need a software firewall as the router is a hardware firewall . Modems generally don't have firewalls so in that case you would need a sw fw.

Hey Bob,
Been reading your newsletter for several years, but my first time to write. First, I thank you for all the helpful information you give. I have bought my first Apple computer because of Windows 10. No more Microsoft for me. Really like Windows 7 and will use it as long as I can. Again, thanks for all you do!

Howdy Bob!

Like some others, I have been running the Comodo Internet Suite (free version(s)) for over 5 years and I have never had any problems with it. I have had Google Chrome for a few years, as well, and no problems encountered. Never even heard of "chromodo" until now.

I have reinstalled CIS a few times, for various reasons like a new computer/hard drive (but *not* due to anything "bad" happening with CIS), and the only browser I have ever seen in CIS is the Comodo Dragon browser, and even that can be easily avoided by making sure to uncheck the box when installing CIS.

I guess this is something that just came up with the new version of CIS(?), since I have yet to see any problems with my systems. Even the updates of CIS have been clean - at least that is what Spybot and Malwarebytes tell me, and continue to tell me.

Thanks for the info, though! I will do some research. as well.

Oh, just a bit more - I, personally, have installed CIS on 7 (seven) currently operating computers (4 desktops and 3 laptops running Win 7 and up) and not even a "badware/badbug burp" from any of them. And all running Spybot and Malwarebytes, as well.

Maybe I'm just "lucky", eh? ;>

Wendyl
04 Feb 2016,said Malewarebytes Anti-Malware problem has been fixed. ???
FEBRUARY 1, 2016 | BY MARCIN KLECZYNSKIhttps: //blog.malwarebytes.org/news/2016/02/malwarebytes-anti-malware-vulnerability-disclosure/
"now internally testing a new version (2.2.1) to release in the next 3-4 weeks to patch the additional client-side vulnerabilities."
My (free) version is (2.2.0)

MBAM(Malwarebytes) probably "fixed" the issue with the paid version first. It does make sense that the paid customers should be the first to get the most recent updates & fixes. Especially, for those who only have a 1-year license.

I happen to have a Lifetime license. I purchased the MBAM Pro version when it did have a Lifetime license. Less than 6 months after my purchase, ABAM released the Premium version. This is the one that you can only purchase a 1 year coverage.

I must say, Malwarebytes Anti-Malware developers, HONORED the Lifetime license!!! This is rare indeed. I now have the MBAM Premium version, with a Lifetime license.

As for the Windows 10 bothersome nags - I use GWX Control Panel. It really is a blessing and STOPS the nagging, etc.. It is easy to set up and works. It will also, notify you if a Windows Update happens to include some Windows 10 nag updates. I really like that, then I can re-set the Control Panel. :)