New Update ESET v17.0

[cofer123]

It looks like there is a problem with the "Secure search" add-on for Firefox.
Ver. 17.0.3 Secure Search Issue

So far, my experience with EIS v16 and now v17 using Firefox:

• Secure all Browsers sometimes, randomly, may scramble keyboard input in the browser (fixable by disabling Secure all Browsers);
• Rarely, randomly, a handful of sites don't fully load images and css (most sites work perfectly; affected sites can be fixed by adding SSL scan exceptions);
• Secure Search not fully working with Firefox.

None of these issues manifest if:

• Use any Chromium-based browser (Chrome, Brave, Edge);
• Remove EIS and use Defender or Kaspersky (K has issues of its own, like globally slow page loading).

I also had some issues some time ago when Thunderbird upgraded from v102 to v115, where I had to reset EIS's SSL certificates for it to work (I got certificate errors and was unable to access any of my IMAP accounts). Never had this issue with eM Client.

These problems manifest consistently on different computers with a mix of Windows 10 and Windows 11, and even different networks. The only common elements are EIS and Firefox.

I'm starting to wonder if Firefox is to blame for these issues? Most issues I've been reading on Eset forums since a couple of years back seem to affect Firefox but not chromium. Or, perhaps, Eset is not fully testing on Firefox since its userbase is so low these days. The amount of Firefox users that also use Eset software may be insignificant so that they don't get enough feedback from testers to address issues before software/module updates.

 

[micasayyo]

Eset version 17.0.13 1 recently installed, everything correct (Chrome browser)

 

[Oldie1950]

If in doubt, I would rather avoid ESET than Firefox.

 

[SumTingWong]

If in doubt, I would rather avoid ESET than Firefox.

why is that

 

[Oldie1950]

why is that

Simply because I like Firefox! I have changed antivirus programs frequently; Firefox never! I have already used Firefox's predecessor, Netscape Navigator.

 

[cofer123]

New Eset plans revealed on the international site:

According to the documentation for existing customers, this is

• NOD32 -> ? (not certain if this will still be offered)
• Internet Security -> Home Essential
• Smart Security Premium -> Home Premium

There's the new product tier Home Ultimate that offers the VPN and some extra browser features.

According to the documentation, to use the new products you need to upgrade or renew your license. Existing users will remain on the current product line until their licenses expire. There doesn't appear to be a planned automatic migration plan for existing users.

 

[micasayyo]

ESET Home Products Version 17.0.15 for Windows Released

 

[ZeroStrawberries]

• NOD32 -> ? (not certain if this will still be offered)

According to ESET's FAQ, users will still be able to purchase NOD32 after the plans change. 'here' = Antivirus for Windows and macOS devices | ESET

 

[simmerskool]

According to ESET's FAQ, users will still be able to purchase NOD32 after the plans change. 'here' = Antivirus for Windows and macOS devices | ESET
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good since I just bought a license for NOD32 "downsizing" from ESET SSP due to some win10 issues... -- how does NOD32 differ from "Essential"
EDIT still NOD32 v 16.2.15.0 (today's current updates)

 

[cofer123]

how does NOD32 differ from "Essential"

Essential is pretty much Internet Security.

 

[lyldz]

No details yet. I wonder who is the vpn provider?

 

[presntes]

Version 17.0.15.0​

• New: Browser Privacy & Security extension
• New: Logotypes, splash screens
• Updated: Banking and payment protection renamed to Safe Banking & Browsing
• Updated: Support for subscription
• Other improvements and bugfixes

Source:ESET

 

[carl fish]

Just received this on 2 desktops. No real changelogs yet.
View attachment 279649

My Eset is still on 17.0.10.0, will version 17.0.15.0 come by a software update from eset's servers?

 

[cofer123]

My Eset is still on 17.0.10.0, will version 17.0.15.0 come by a software update from eset's servers?

Apparently they're not yet pushing the latest version with automatic updates. If you click on "Check for updates" then it should download the latest version.

 

[czesetfan]

The automatic upgrade is paused due to a bug that is being resolved.
ESET INTERNET SECURITY not working after 17.0.15
ESET INTERNET SECURITY not working after 17.0.15

 

[micasayyo]

The automatic upgrade is paused due to a bug that is being resolved.
ESET INTERNET SECURITY not working after 17.0.15
ESET INTERNET SECURITY not working after 17.0.15

There are times that I don't understand. Is it assumed that when they release a final version they have done a lot of beta testing? In addition, the developers have also had to do a lot of testing.
So I don't know why these things happen not only in Eset, it also happened with Kasperky with the context menu of version 21.15

 

[mlnevese]

There are times that I don't understand. Is it assumed that when they release a final version they have done a lot of beta testing? In addition, the developers have also had to do a lot of testing.
So I don't know why these things happen not only in Eset, it also happened with Kasperky with the context menu of version 21.15

Because it's impossible to test any software in all possible hardware/software combinations. The fact things like Windows/Linux/Android work so well in completely different hardware/software combinations is a small miracle in itself.

 

[czesetfan]

ESET introduced new "roadmaps", product lines. The setup and presentation make it clear that they raise the price level.

The cheapest (and for many interested people the most popular for its simplicity and "directness") product NOD32 Antivirus (itself a cult) is not even visible on the main web page. Those who want it must explicitly look for it. Yes, it is available for now, but its future is probably questionable after this step. If they make it invisible, after a while they can say that they will end its life due to minimal customer interest.

--------------------------------------- - Ultimate
Smart Security Premium - Premium
Internet Security - Essential
NOD32 Antivirus - NOD32 Antivirus

Whereas until now the "middle", most frequently chosen alternative was "Internet Security", now the "middle" offering is "Security Premium". Which in itself, even with the price maintained, means an increase in the price level globally. Of course features are being added, but this is a double-edged weapon. Most users would welcome improvements in detection and protection rather than new features they don't even need. For example, the "Password Manager" that everyone has from the "Premium" level onwards, which many users bought more for the "LiveGuard" functionality for example.

We'll see if this is the way to go.

 

[Spartan]

So far, my experience with EIS v16 and now v17 using Firefox:

• Secure all Browsers sometimes, randomly, may scramble keyboard input in the browser (fixable by disabling Secure all Browsers);
• Rarely, randomly, a handful of sites don't fully load images and css (most sites work perfectly; affected sites can be fixed by adding SSL scan exceptions);
• Secure Search not fully working with Firefox.

None of these issues manifest if:

• Use any Chromium-based browser (Chrome, Brave, Edge);
• Remove EIS and use Defender or Kaspersky (K has issues of its own, like globally slow page loading).

I also had some issues some time ago when Thunderbird upgraded from v102 to v115, where I had to reset EIS's SSL certificates for it to work (I got certificate errors and was unable to access any of my IMAP accounts). Never had this issue with eM Client.

These problems manifest consistently on different computers with a mix of Windows 10 and Windows 11, and even different networks. The only common elements are EIS and Firefox.

I'm starting to wonder if Firefox is to blame for these issues? Most issues I've been reading on Eset forums since a couple of years back seem to affect Firefox but not chromium. Or, perhaps, Eset is not fully testing on Firefox since its userbase is so low these days. The amount of Firefox users that also use Eset software may be insignificant so that they don't get enough feedback from testers to address issues before software/module updates.

This is exactly why I never go for the higher suites, in any product, the AV only for me = NOD32. 0 issues

 

[czesetfan]

There are times that I don't understand. Is it assumed that when they release a final version they have done a lot of beta testing? In addition, the developers have also had to do a lot of testing.
So I don't know why these things happen not only in Eset, it also happened with Kasperky with the context menu of version 21.15

Similarly, in the 16.2 release they had a problem with the firewall, which I don't know if it's been resolved yet.

Otherwise, for the ESET Beta program, an interested party has to sign up and a moderator has to approve it. PreRelease is downloadable on fore par days before release, with only a few dozen downloads. And even that was enough to warn about the bugs in 17.0.
The Beta used to be available for a few weeks, if I'm not mistaken.