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Does bitdefender cache scanned files if I stop a scan early?
I haven't done a full scan on my pc for way too long, and started one yesterday. Bitdefender is taking quite a while scanning the large amounts of files I have, and after 24 hours is still going. Its scanning speed has slowed down to a crawl. From other forum posts I've heard Bitdefender makes a cache of safe files it has…
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Virgin Media tells me I may have 'tinba' malware
On two separate occasions recently (February, then April) I have had notification from Virgin Media that a device I was using to connect to the internet is or may be infected with 'tinba', which evidently is some kind of banking-targeted malware. Is tinba something Bitdefender will detect? Needless to say, it doesn't give…
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Bitdefender Blocking IDrive
Relatively new user here. Installed Bitdefender and have been using IDrive with it with no issues for several days. Today I subscribed to the VPN service. With VPN connected, IDrive will not work. The IDrive folk provided the attached information. I've verified that all of the IDrive executables are added to the BD…
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Is rtkhdasetting.zip password protected malware
Bitdefender has identified and deleted many files associated with rtkhdasetting.zip. This file is password protected therefore it cannot be scanned or deleted by Bitdefender. I would like to know if its Malware? If it is, how do I delete it? I have found this file in my backups as well as my restore files...so not sure…
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Thunderbird slow opening emails in large folders after recent BitDefender update
After a recent BitDefender update that required restarting the PC, Thunderbird has got slow opening e-mails in any large local folder, such as with a few thousand e-mails or over 1GB in size. For example, my Inbox (a basic local folder, not IMAP or synced) is 3.7GB and any unread e-mail I open shows "Loading Message..."…
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Strange Detection - no virus name, has to do with "shared reality service"
This detection was found on my computer and put in quarantine: File Name svchost.exe -k LocalService -p Original Location <System>=>HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CURRENTCONTROLSET\SERVICES\SHAREDREALITYSVC\ImagePath=>%SystemRoot%\System32\svchost.exe -k I'm concerned because I was doing my online banking on the computer where…
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Windows 11 continues to report "Bitdefender Antivirus protection is out of date"
Windows 11 (10.0.22621) reports "Bitdefender Antivirus protection is out of date" yet Bitdefender (26.0.34.162) does not state an update is required. What is the issue?
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Facebook still often locking me out after removing trojans, changing passwords and reformatting PC?
2 months back, I picked up 2 trojans on my laptop. Hackers had accessed Google profiles on the device, and through that my Facebook account. I downloaded Bitdefender which removed the trojans. Since then I have moved everything (incl Facebook) over to a new Google account, changed paswords, formatted my laptop and phone.…
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My Tp Link Deco router was hacked
I reset all my routers to the factory settings and created a new wifi login. Im running bit defender now deep scan. What else should i do? thanks in advance
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McAfee pop ups
I just started getting Google Chrome McAfee pop ups. I ran a scan and it found no viruses.
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Someone sent me an email
As the title says, someone sent me an email, to my gmail, saying they had found a way to hack me. I deleted it without thinking much about it. I didn't even open it. I assumed it's spam, but my computer has been acting slower this afternoon. Even doing a quick scan and a full scan, it seemed a bit slow. What should I do…
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Does Bitdefender use virtualization based security & what to disable with Windows Defender?
If so not seeing it at all. BD Build 26.0.34.162, Windows 11 Pro X64 Also literally no information on how to properly disable Windows Defender. Memory Integrity Windows Defender ON or Off? Vulnerable Driver Blocklist On or Off? What other features/settings need attention?
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unable to start GTA V following recent update
After downloading the latest update I can't start gta5 unless I disable Bitdefender beforehand. Please fix this
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BitDefender Vulnerability Scan - Irrelevant Vunerabilities?
Have Bit Defender Total Security product. Bit Defender highlights critical windows updates not installed: Microsoft Defender Antivirus Anti-malware Platform Update for Windows security Platform anti-malware Security Intelligence Updates for Microsoft Defender Antivirus. Do I need theses updates even with BitDefender's…
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Firewall Rules Block traffic from the internet
I am new to these protections, and am still learning. Is it possible to create a rule that blocks traffic from the internet and I guess the log alert would show notifications? And could someone provide an example of what a rule would be for custom local address and custom remote address...is this section for blocking…
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How to remove Application.Bundler.CYS
Hi! Bitdefender Total Security has identified a threat on my computer called "Application.Bundler.CYS" However, so far it has been unable to remove it. Any suggestions?
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False alert
Hi all, I am user of Bitdefender AV free on the plattform Windows 10. I want visit website of czech retail oil station Ono from Google.cz. The Bitdefender show warning about false certifikate and phishing. [link removed by admin] or mobile web [link removed by admin] viabrowser Firefox or Edge. I have Bitdefender in…
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Downloaded a dll but showing as virus
Hello there, I downloaded a dll i needed from ******[edited by admin] website, But the antivirus is showed it as virus, i tried few other websites as well but having the same issue of showing them as not safe, What should i do, I am sure not all of them are virus or malware, Best regards, Emma
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How disinfect PC after reinstalling Windows, Bitdefender? virus symptoms still there..
Hi, Virus symptoms before re-install: lots of clicks on the screen, random drives to internet sites, clone wi-fi network and connect there automatically after restart, difficulties in pressing the shut-down button, etc Re-installed Win11 (2 times), installed Bitdefender After 2-3 days symptoms reappeared and the hassle…
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Looking to switch from Kaspersky
I'm looking to switch from being a long time user of Kaspersky to Bitdefender. I'm a bit confused as to whether Bitdefender has a built in configurable firewall for windows 10/11 machines. Can someone let me know if this is true and if this depends on the version of the product? Can it protect against Network attacks such…
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Request for Time-Restricted Schedule Feature in Internet Security 2011 Parental Control
The parental control feature of Internet Security 2011 does not offer a time-restricted schedule for websites, only the option to block or allow. Can you consider adding this feature in the next patch release? It would be beneficial for those who don't want to block websites completely, but only restrict their access…
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Antimalware sur Bitdefender ?
Bonjour, Dernièrement j'ai fait une analyse avec Emisoft antimalware qui m'a trouvé 18 malwares à haut risque qu'avait laissé passé Bitdefender Total Security. Ma question est simple : y'a-t-il un antimalware avec Bitdefender Total Security et si oui comment l'activer ?
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is there a way to temporarily ignore exceptions?
is there a way to temporarily ignore all exceptions during a virus / malware scan, or force the advanced automatic threat detection to pick up potential threats or the online threat detection protection to pick up online threats etc.. I have a large number of folders and applications under exception and it would not be…
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Why is my website blocked?
I asked someone to look at my website [*edited by admin] but for them it's blocked by Bitdefender: How can I make sure they and others are not being blocked?
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dopo una scansione profonda, il problema non è stato risolto
ciao. come posso rimuovere questi pop-up/malware che si aprono in continuazione? grazie
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Trojan ****** Detection on Bitdefender; No Detection by Wordpress, Wordfence, Sucuri
Has anyone encountered the below detection for a website? The website below is our website, and is hosted through Wordpress. Wordpress does not detect the trojan, nor does the Wordfence plug-in or Sucuri Plug-in. Past community discussions (linked below) have resulted in a false positive. Is there a way to confirm that…
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AutoIt3.exe = Threat or Harmless?
This morning after turning on my machine, I noticed several notifications from Bitdefender regarding the blocking of suspicious connectivity. It'd happen every five minutes or so. I checked the details and it traces back to "C:\Users\USERNAME\AppData\Roaming\Microsoft\Windows\AutoIt3.exe" and…
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How to trust a program using Alert Mode?
Hi, I am a Bitdefender subscriber of 5 years and now 10 devices. When using the two mian PC's I choose higher protection and select "Alert Mode" in the firewall. The description of behaviour is "Gets alerts for applications to access the Internet and control each connection" Please read the next bit carefully so you…
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Anyone having issues with HxOutlook.exe?
I have a new Dell PC with Windows 10. Bitdefender was installed about a month ago. When waking the PC up and going to Windows Mail, Bitdefender generates 20 to 30 instances of the following notification: The page…
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Stop bitdefender blocking unsecure connection
Hi, I'm currently travelling and think that BD is auto blocking internet access because the network password does not meet the security requirements. I can connect to the same network with multiple phones / tablets. I can connect to other networks with the affected windows device. It did very briefly work, but seems to…