Leviathon's Security Configuration

[Leviathon]

Just looking to see if I'm all good. Let me know if I didn't list something I should have. I'm new to this.

I like Kaspersky, it feels very light and barely uses 100MB of memory when I'm not actively scanning. From the comparison sites & YouTube videos, it's up there with Bit Defender (which wouldn't work well with my machine).

It's the same with Zemana. I wasn't sure if I should've just left it as a on-demand scanner, but I got a good deal so I bought the pro version and use the real time protection. I can get the anti-logger version, but still haven't decided if I want to get it yet.

Windows Firewall is just a firewall, so I'm fine with it. I open ports for specific programs and that's all I do with that.

 

[Wave]

You should definitely enable UAC (User Account Control), it's a very important securtiy feature built-into Windows which can safeguard you if it's used properly.

Please read this thread, it might change your mind about it: Why UAC is important and how it can protect you

 

[Cohen]

Thanks for sharing your config. Here are my suggestions:
- Set UAC to at least Default; Maximum is better, but Default is better than disabling it altogether.
- Enable SmartScreen.
- Install at least one on-demand scanner. My suggestions are Crystal Security, Malwarebytes Anti-Malware and HitmanPro.
- Allow automatic updates for your OS.

 

[Lucent Warrior]

Thanks for sharing your config. Here are my suggestions:
- Set UAC to at least Default; Maximum is better, but Default is better than disabling it altogether.
- Enable SmartScreen.
- Install at least one on-demand scanner. My suggestions are Crystal Security, Malwarebytes Anti-Malware and HitmanPro.
- Allow automatic updates for your OS.

OP is running windows 7, it has smartscreen filter in Internet Explorer but not system wide like Windows 10. I do agree about enabling UAC though.

 

[Cohen]

OP is running windows 7, it has smartscreen filter in Internet Explorer but not system wide like Windows 10. I do agree about enabling UAC though.

My bad, haven't used Windows 7 in a while.

 

[DardiM]

Thanks for sharing you Security Config
You should really use UAC (even if it can be defeated under certain circumstances)

 

[Exterminator]

Edited OP config for OS File Reputation to "Windows Smartscreen (IE8 or later)"
Definitely enable UAC to default or better yet Max setting
Consider uBlock Origin in Firefox also in place of ABD +
Consider adding one or two on demand scanners.
Consider adding some type of system back up solution.
Thanks for sharing your config

 

[DJ Panda]

Enable Smartscreen and then find another on demand scanner like Crystal Security.

 

[Wave]

Enable Smartscreen

Check the below quote. (assuming you were referring to SmartScreen being used system-wide and not just for IE...).

OP is running windows 7, it has smartscreen filter in Internet Explorer but not system wide like Windows 10. I do agree about enabling UAC though.

 

[ElectricSheep]

As others have said, enable the UAC to at least default. You don't want to be handing over the keys to some fat malware kids for the sweet shop

 

[Cats-4_Owners-2]

Hello @Leviathon. Having just logged out, I saw your name followed by "Security Configuration", and just had to log back in! I won't say more about UAC (except) you'll remove it from the vault to place this knowledge into active use, right..?

Now, Consider adding a virtualization program that's free, and called Sandboxie. With it, you'll be able to browse with greater safely within a "sandboxed" environment which adds an extra layer of protection preventing lasting effects you do not want. It's like an invisible Kevlar vest for Firefox! You'll find reviews, explanations, and links to download it directly from the developer here:

• Sandboxie - Download Sandboxie

It remains one of the first, and most effective, security software I still use every day (thanks exterminator20).

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   • Optionally, you may also wish to mark the circle "Keep site data until you close the browser".

Thank you for letting us share, and for sharing your configuration with us too!

 

[Overkill]

Looks good other than UAC being disabled, enable it and you should be set. I would use UBO on firefox also, it's alot more powerful than ABP

 

[King Alpha]

Enabling UAC is a must. Anyway, nice setup. Thanks for sharing.

 

[frogboy]

I would like to suggest for a backup solution either Macrium Reflect or Aomei Backupper both have a good free and reliable solution.

 

[Leviathon]

Looks good other than UAC being disabled, enable it and you should be set. I would use UBO on firefox also, it's alot more powerful than ABP

Oh wow, it is?

 

[Leviathon]

OP is running windows 7, it has smartscreen filter in Internet Explorer but not system wide like Windows 10. I do agree about enabling UAC though.

Have had IE uninstalled for ages as well.

Also, I changed Action Center to default.

Thanks for all the help, it's greatly appreciated.

 

[Overkill]

Oh wow, it is?

Yes very much so
Home · gorhill/uBlock Wiki · GitHub
µBlock, a lean and fast blocker

 

[_CyberGhosT_]

If your adamant about UAC, then at least install Voodoo Shield free so that
your still protected.
VS makes for a fitting replacement to UAC

 

[Leviathon]

If your adamant about UAC, then at least install Voodoo Shield free so that
your still protected.

Hello, I just posted that I have it set to default now. I guess I should go and update that.
EDIT: OK, updated.

 

[JM Safe]

Replace Adblock with uBlock Origin, and please install a good backup solution, such as Macrium Reflect Free or AOMEI Backupper.

Install also SandBoxie Free and use it while browsing.

Thanks for sharing.