MalwareBytes Anti-Exploit is a powerful tool that helps protect your computer from various types of malware and exploits. However, some users have reported that it occasionally triggers on a CMD/Powershell command called "Get-SoftwareLicensing". In this article, we will explain what this command does and why it may trigger MalwareBytes Anti-Exploit.
What is Get-SoftwareLicensing?
Get-SoftwareLicensing is a built-in command in Windows PowerShell that allows you to retrieve information about the software licensing on your computer. It provides details about the current licensing status, activation status, and other related information.
Why does MalwareBytes Anti-Exploit trigger on Get-SoftwareLicensing?
MalwareBytes Anti-Exploit uses advanced techniques to detect and prevent exploits, which are malicious codes that take advantage of vulnerabilities in software. In some cases, the way Get-SoftwareLicensing works may resemble the behavior of certain types of exploits, causing MalwareBytes Anti-Exploit to trigger a false positive.
Is it a false positive?
Yes, in most cases, the detection of Get-SoftwareLicensing by MalwareBytes Anti-Exploit is a false positive. False positives occur when a security tool mistakenly identifies a harmless file or process as malicious. In this case, Get-SoftwareLicensing is a legitimate command provided by Microsoft and is not harmful to your computer.
What should I do if MalwareBytes Anti-Exploit triggers on Get-SoftwareLicensing?
If MalwareBytes Anti-Exploit triggers on Get-SoftwareLicensing, you can safely ignore the detection. It is recommended to add an exclusion rule in MalwareBytes Anti-Exploit to prevent future false positives. Here's how you can do it:
- Open MalwareBytes Anti-Exploit on your computer.
- Go to the "Settings" tab.
- Click on "Exclusions" in the left-hand menu.
- Click on the "Add Exclusion" button.
- In the "Type" dropdown menu, select "Process".
- In the "Process Name" field, enter "powershell.exe" or "cmd.exe" (depending on which command triggered the detection).
- Click on the "Add" button to add the exclusion.
- Restart your computer for the changes to take effect.
By adding the exclusion, MalwareBytes Anti-Exploit will no longer trigger on Get-SoftwareLicensing or any other legitimate use of PowerShell or CMD.
Conclusion
If you encounter MalwareBytes Anti-Exploit occasionally triggering on the CMD/Powershell Get-SoftwareLicensing command, it is most likely a false positive. Get-SoftwareLicensing is a legitimate command provided by Microsoft, and adding an exclusion in MalwareBytes Anti-Exploit will prevent future false positives. Remember to keep your security software up to date and regularly scan your computer to ensure protection against real threats.
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| Microsoft Docs: Get-SoftwareLicensing |
| MalwareBytes Support: Excluding files or websites from scanning |