Misc. Security Freeware

Last updated on 2022-06-16
By Jessie

Malwarebytes Anti-Exploit

Malwarebytes Anti-Exploit Freeware - protect your computer from zero-day exploits

protect your computer from zero-day exploits Malwarebytes Anti-Exploit aims to protect your computer from zero-day exploits targeting browser and application vulnerabilities. Unlike anti-virus tools, this program does not require daily signature updates and it designed to work alongside other anti-virus or malware protection software.Exactly how Anti-Exploit works is not fully explained, but it appears to shield a list of applications from malicious interactions. The list includes all popular browsers (Firefox, Chrome, IE, Opera), Adobe Reader, MS Office, Windows Media Player and others.

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Publisher	Malwarebytes(6)	Price	Free
Version	1.13.1.443	Last updated	Feb 15, 2022
File Size	1.95 Mb	Requirements	None

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ScreenWings

ScreenWings Freeware - block screen capture tools

block screen capture tools ScreenWings is a simple one-button application that prevents any software from capturing your screen. Just like keyloggers, malicious screen capture software can be used to spy on your desktop activity or steal information from open documents. If you are concerned about this type of privacy breach, you can use ScreenWings and prevent any software from capturing your desktop - all they'll get is a black screen.To start blocking, simply click the button and click it again to unblock. Keep in mind that any legitimate screen capture tools like PrintScreen and the Snipping tool will also be blocked while ScreenWings is activated.

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Publisher	Hendrik Schiffer(5)	Price	Free
Version	2.13	Last updated	Jan 03, 2020
File Size	3.56 Mb	Requirements	None

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CrowdInspect

CrowdInspect Freeware - Host-Based Process Inspection

Host-Based Process Inspection CrowdInspect is a host-based process inspection tool that analyzes all currently running TCP/UDP processes and checks them for positive or negative feedback with several online services.The interface displays the list of currently running processes, along with an indicator of their online reputation (green, yellow, red), as well as the local/remote IP address and other connection details. The right-click menu provides additional options that let you review the details of the analysis, kill a process or terminate the connection.CrowdInspect is leveraging intelligence from VirusTotal, Web of Trust (WOT), and Team Cymru's Malware Hash Registry.

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Publisher	CrowdStrike Inc.	Price	Free
Version	1.5.0.0	Last updated	Feb 16, 2017
File Size	530 Kb	Requirements	None

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Neo`s SafeKeys

Neo`s SafeKeys Freeware - portable keylogger protection

portable keylogger protection Neo`s SafeKeys is a secure on-screen keyboard that provides 100% protection from keystroke loggers, clipboard monitors and screen capture tools that may attempt to steal your online passwords. The program completely bypasses your keyboard and allows you to type your password with mouse clicks or mouse hovering into a secure input field from where you can drag and drop the password into the login box. Neo`s SafeKeys uses a variety of security features to protect you from a wide range of password stealing techniques to defeat all hardware and software keyloggers. The program`s drag and drop approach works with many applications and most browsers. We tested Neo SafeKeys with AKLT and no keystrokes where captured.

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Publisher	Aplin Software	Price	Free
Version	3.1.4	Last updated	Mar 05, 2011
File Size	577 Kb	Requirements	None

Hotspot Shield

Hotspot Shield Freeware - secure and anonymize your Internet connection

secure and anonymize your Internet connection Hotspot Shield is a free VPN that helps you maintain a secure and anonymous Internet connection. It encrypts all web content via HTTPS and provides you with an anonymous, US based, IP address.No complicate configurations or setup needed, simple install the program and you're ready to go. You can choose to activate HotSpot Shield manually or automatically protect your connection whenever you are connected to an unknown network (e.g. wireless Hotspot).The program integrates with popular browsers and adds a small indicator icon to the title bar which shows the status of your Internet connection (green = protected, red = unprotected).Hotspot Shield works with wired and wireless network connections. You can use it to prevent identity theft when using public hotspots , to mask your real identity when accessing websites from your home computer, or to access website that are blocked in your (non-US) country.The free version displays an ad banner on top of each web page you view. If you're using Hotspot Shield frequently, you may find the ads distracting and want to consider upgrading to the Elite version ($29.95 year), which removes the ads and also offers some additional features.

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Publisher	AnchorFree, Inc.	Price	Free
Version	10.22.5	Last updated	Nov 08, 2021
File Size	14.3 Mb	Requirements	None

ConfigureDefender

ConfigureDefender Freeware -

ConfigureDefender enables you to view and configure important Windows Defender settings on Windows 10. You can manually configure all options or simply apply one of three predefined Protection Levels: Default, High, and Max.The Max Protection Level blocks anything suspicious via Attack Surface Reduction, Controlled Folder Access, SmartScreen (set to block) and cloud level (set to block) - also Defender Security Center is hidden in this mode.The GUI also provides easy access to the Windows Defender security log.

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Publisher	AndyFul	Price	Free
Version	3.0.1.0	Last updated	Nov 11, 2021
File Size	1.75 Mb	Requirements	None

Prey

Prey Freeware - locate a missing laptop or phone

locate a missing laptop or phone Prey is an anti-theft solution for laptops and mobile phones that lets you keep track of your device and can help you locate it in case it was lost or stolen. The program basically runs as a local server on your system that interacts with an online website, which it frequently checks for a "signal" that will cause Prey to start uploading its geographical location (via GPS or nearby WiFi spots), IP address, network information, a screenshot of the desktop, and more. You can even tell Prey to activate your webcam, delete browser history, display a warning message, sound an alarm or lock your computer.Prey can be used with an online control panel at Preyproject.com or, if you are an advanced user, you can use your own web server and receive reports via email. In case your laptop is stolen or lost, you can activate the signal from the control panel or, if using your own server, delete a special HTML file on your server to cause Prey to start sending reports.The online control panel offers more functionality than the advanced method and it is free to use with limited features. Prey is also available for Linux, Mac and Android phones.

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Publisher	Fork Ltd.	Price	Free
Version	1.9.23	Last updated	Apr 12, 2022
File Size	16.7 Mb	Requirements	None

Password Security Scanner

Password Security Scanner Freeware - verify password security policies

verify password security policies Password Security Scanner enables computer administrators to verify the password security of other users without breaching privacy by revealing the actual user password. The program scans the computer for saved users passwords from various applications, including Outlook, Internet Explorer, Firefox and others, and provides a detailed report of the findings.The report includes the password lenght, password length, type, character types and other details that are related to common password policies. The results can be exported to tex, HTML, CSV and XML format.Password Security Scanner is NOT a password recovery tool, it will NOT disclose the user passwords.

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Publisher	NirSoft(136)	Price	Free
Version	1.61	Last updated	Jul 08, 2020
File Size	217 Kb	Requirements	None

SpyDetect Free

SpyDetect Free Freeware - check if your activities are monitored

check if your activities are monitored SpyDetect Free is a simple, portable tool, that can help you determine if your activities are being monitored by a keylogger or other surveillance tool, which could include legit employee monitoring software as well as malicious applications.The program checks if there are any processes on your computer that have installed HOOKS on your keyboard, which is the most common practice for recording keystrokes. SpyDetect also checks if there are any processes the periodically check your windows' captions, which is a common technique to log user activity.

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Publisher	NesterSoft Company(4)	Price	Free
Version	1.0.1	Last updated	Jul 15, 2016
File Size	930 Kb	Requirements	None

Antirun

Antirun Freeware - disable or manage autorun on USB drives

disable or manage autorun on USB drives Antirun is simple solution to prevent autorun.inf/AutoPlay programs from executing automatically when you insert a USB drive or other removable storage device. The program scans the drive for an autorun.inf file and alerts you if it finds one. The autorun.inf file is a simple text file that contains instructions to automatically launch a program when the drive is inserted (very common with commercial software CDs/DVDs), but it can also be abused to automatically launch a malicious program or script. Antirun does not have any anti-virus capabilities, it cannot distinguish a good autorun.inf from a bad one, however it can does make you aware of the fact and offers the option to delete the file or to open the drive safely, bypassing the autorun instructions.Other features include an option to safely remove (eject) a drive and an option to disable the autorun functionality in the Windows registry.