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EnigmaSoft’s SpyHunter Scores 100% with AV-TEST in 2024
EnigmaSoft Limited’s SpyHunter earned top marks in rigorous AV-TEST evaluation, achieving a perfect 100% anti-malware protection score and solidifying its reputation as a robust malware defense solution.

April 17, 2024

SpyHunter Web Security Protects Against Online Scams & Risky Websites
Avoiding risky websites can be hard. EnigmaSoft Limited’s SpyHunter Web Security is a browser extension designed to block potentially harmful websites. The extension is compatible with Microsoft Edge, Safari, Google Chrome, and Firefox.

October 10, 2023

Enigma Software Group Prevails Over Malwarebytes at the Ninth Circuit
Ninth Circuit rules Enigma Software Group can proceed with claims in California District Court

June 6, 2023

What is XHAMSTER Ransomware & How to Protect Your Data Against Ransomware Attacks
XHAMSTER Ransomware encrypts files on a computer, making them inaccessible until the user pays a ransom. It can be spread through Trojans, malspam, and other malicious programs. Learn how to identify XHAMSTER ransomware and remove it.

January 3, 2023

Need Help Removing Stubborn Malware Other Antivirus Apps Don't Fix? SpyHunter 5's HelpDesk Generates Custom Malware Fixes
Remove stubborn malware infections that pose a severe threat to your privacy and personal security. SpyHunter 5’s HelpDesk helps solve specific malware issues with custom malware fixes.

April 11, 2022

Colonial Pipeline Ransomware Attack: SpyHunter Emphasizes the Importance of Anti-Malware Remediation Solutions
The growing incidents of ransomware attacks like the Colonial Pipeline breach highlight the need for automated anti-malware remediation solutions such as SpyHunter.

May 10, 2021

SpyHunter 5 Earns AppEsteem's "Deceptor Fighter" Certification & Blocks 100% of "Deceptor" Apps
AppEsteem has awarded SpyHunter 5 "Deceptor Fighter" Certification under its "Unwanted Software Handling Certification Test." SpyHunter 5 blocked potentially unwanted applications and unwanted software identified by AppEsteem with 100% accuracy.

April 27, 2021

Coronavirus Malware Exploits Global COVID-19 Fears to Scam Internet Users & Steal Their Data
The world is in the grip of fear over COVID-19 and coronavirus malware is following suit, infecting devices and stealing data from people looking for information on the pandemic.

March 20, 2020

Ninth Circuit Denies Malwarebytes' Petition for Rehearing - Court Rules Enigma Software can Proceed with its Lawsuit Against Malwarebytes
Ninth Circuit rules against Malwarebytes in Enigma Software’s lawsuit for claims of unfair trade practices.

January 2, 2020

Paris Commercial Court Rules Enigma Software Group USA, LLC and Enigmasoft Limited can Prosecute their Lawsuit Against Malwarebytes
Paris Commercial Court rules Enigma companies can proceed with their lawsuit claims against Malwarebytes for harm caused to French consumers and Enigma companies.

September 26, 2019

Ninth Circuit Rules that Enigma Software can Proceed with its Lawsuit Against Malwarebytes
Court revives Enigma's lawsuit against Malwarebytes. Court rules immunity protection under Section 230 of CDA is "not limitless."

September 16, 2019

New Fraudulent GarrantyDecrypt Ransomware Variant Illegally Using the SpyHunter 5 App Name
Hackers disguise GarrantyDecrypt ransomware by mimicking a very popular anti-malware utility demonstrating hackers' desperation to gain notoriety and extort computer users.

April 12, 2019

SpyHunter, Anti-Malware Remediation App, Certified by AppEsteem & Compliant with the App Certification Requirements (ACRs) Including ACR-004
EnigmaSoft Limited's SpyHunter anti-malware software solution earns AppEsteem Certification and becomes ACR-004 compliant − reaffirming its longstanding commitment to provide safe and clean software to consumers.

December 28, 2018

RegHunter, PC Optimizer App, Passes AppEsteem's App Certification Requirements (ACRs) Including ACR-004
RegHunter has been AppEsteem Certified with the App Certification Requirements that include ACR-004 to align with the clean software principles of Microsoft, CleanApps.org, and compliance partners.

December 28, 2018

SpyHunter, Anti-Malware Remediation App, Earns AppEsteem Certification
EnigmaSoft earns the highly respected AppEsteem Certification for its SpyHunter anti-malware solution – further demonstrating EnigmaSoft's commitment to protecting the rights of consumers and users.

December 27, 2018

EnigmaSoft Becomes CleanApps.org Member & Demonstrates Its Commitment to Helping Provide a Safe, Secure Internet
EnigmaSoft Limited announces that it has joined as a CleanApps.org member with the goal to help clean up the Internet and give consumers a safer online experience.

December 13, 2018

EnigmaSoft's SpyHunter 5 Receives a 100% Result in AV-TEST Malware Remediation Test
EnigmaSoft Limited’s SpyHunter 5 anti-malware application is put to the test in the latest two-part AV-TEST Remediation Test and receives a perfect 100% two-part test result.

October 4, 2018

EnigmaSoft Launches SpyHunter 5 to Set a Benchmark for Malware Removal and Prevention
Dublin, Ireland, June 28, 2018 - EnigmaSoft Limited releases SpyHunter 5, an adaptive malware protection and remediation application.

June 29, 2018

RegHunter, a PC Optimizer App, Earns AppEsteem Certification
Enigma Software Group ("ESG") PC Optimizer App, RegHunter, earns AppEsteem Certification.

June 8, 2018

Enigma Software Group Files Notice of Appeal Taking Case Against Malwarebytes to the 9th Circuit
Malwarebytes unfair business practices hurt software companies, as well as consumers’ right to free choice.

November 22, 2017

Enigma Software Group Battle with Malwarebytes Headed to the Court of Appeals
Enigma Software Group pressing its claims against Malwarebytes for predatory business practices on appeal. Enigma Software Group preparing appellate filings to further prosecute its lawsuit.

November 10, 2017

Enigma Software Group’s SpyHunter® Receives Favorable Review from AV-Comparatives
CLEARWATER, FL, Enigma Software Group USA, LLC (ESG) announced that its flagship SpyHunter® anti-malware product received a favorable review and recommendation from AV-Comparatives.

June 19, 2017

WanaCrypt Ransomware Soars to Almost 30% of Ransomware Threats Worldwide
WanaCrypt Ransomware, or what some have recently called WannaCryptor, WanaCrypt0r, WannaCryptor, WannaCry, WCry, or WNCry, infiltrated tens of thousands of computers around the world within the first few hours of its existence.

May 24, 2017

Enigma Software Group Resolves Bleeping Computer Litigation
Enigma Software Group USA, LLC ("ESG") announced today that it reached a settlement in the lawsuit it filed last year against Bleeping Computer LLC. The case will now be dismissed.

March 2, 2017

Enigma Software Group’s SpyHunter Receives 100% Effectiveness Score from AV-TEST
Enigma Software Group USA, LLC ("ESG") announced that its flagship SpyHunter® anti-malware product received a perfect 100% effectiveness score on the malware detection and remediation test administered by AV-Test GmbH.

March 2, 2017

Enigma Software Group Responds to Malwarebytes Incompatibility
Enigma Software Group Responds to Malwarebytes Incompatibility

December 20, 2016

ESG's SpyHunter Receives OPSWAT Bronze Certification in the Anti-Malware Category
CLEARWATER, FL, December 16, 2016 – Enigma Software Group USA, LLC ("ESG") announced that its flagship product, SpyHunter, has been designated an OPSWAT Certified Security Application at the Bronze level in the anti-malware category.

December 16, 2016

Enigma Software Group’s SpyHunter® Receives Top Score from AV-TEST
Enigma Software Group USA, LLC ("ESG") announced today that its flagship product, SpyHunter® anti-malware, received a top score from AV-TEST GmbH.

December 1, 2016