MetaDefender Endpoint Release Notes

MetaDefender Endpoint - Windows Persistent (7.6.2601)

Release date: January 21, 2026

New Features

• Enable administrators to generate patch management compliance reports across all available patches with flexible time-range selection
• Automatically initiate a memory scan when users open the Malware Scan tab to reduce manual steps

Enhancements

• Display detailed file information—name, size, last modified date, and scan results—directly in the malware scan results popup for faster review
• Provide real-time scan progress, including hash calculation, file type and size checks, and threat intelligence analysis, for greater transparency
• Show real-time file counts while browsing and selecting multiple files during peripheral transfers for improved visibility
• Updated the vulnerability database to support 8 additional applications (Dell SupportAssist OS Recovery Plugin for Dell Update, Dell Peripheral Manager, Dell Display Manager, Floating License Manager, Microsoft Paint 3D, Microsoft 3D Viewer, Windows Subsystem for Linux, Dell ControlVault3), broadening CVE detection, and enhancing security.

Bug Fixes

Fixed minor bugs

MetaDefender Endpoint - MacOS Persistent (10.4.2601)

Release date: January 21, 2026

Enhancements

• Enhanced operating system update experience with clear visibility into patching progress and update history
• Improved accuracy of anti-malware scan reporting to ensure device compliance results accurately reflect endpoint status

MetaDefender Endpoint - Linux

Deb: 15.4.2601 | RPM: 15.6.2601 | SDK: 4.3.3982.0

Release date: January 21, 2026

Enhancements

• Enables a smoother experience for administrators to customize endpoint compliance checks

MetaDefender Endpoint Validation - 3.1.2601

Release date: January 21, 2026

New Features

• Introduces dropdown-based peripheral device allowlisting to simplify configuration and improve usability