Advanced Plus Security Minimalist's security configuration 2020

[Minimalist]

Hi, this is my current security configuration.

 

[harlan4096]

Which version of KIS -> 2020 OR 2021?

In Photos and Files Backup, You may use also some cloud service.

Thanks for sharing

 

[Minimalist]

Which version of KIS -> 2020 OR 2021?

In Photos and Files Backup, You may use also some cloud service.

Thanks for sharing

I use KIS 2021 with patch B, waiting to receive C.

So far I didn't feel a need for cloud backup. This data is daily synchronized between internal HDDs, and once a week I copy it to external HDDs.
I might consider buying some cloud storage for just-in-case situation.

Thank you for your suggestion.

 

[harlan4096]

Please kindly edit Your config with new changes and announce them here, thanks

 

[ForgottenSeer 85179]

Change installing security updates to automatic which increase your security and comfort.

Remove privacy Badger because:

 

[Minimalist]

Thank you for your suggestions.

For now I prefer to install OS and application updates manually and create system image before doing it. If it will give me inconvenience I will set it up to update automatically.

I have checked the link you posted and as I can see there are ways to circumvent Privacy Badger's protections. So I guess it's not bullet proof. I will monitor how much additional protection it provides (next to uBlock Origin) and remove it if it doesn't seem to make any difference.

 

[Ink]

Avira PC Cleaner is no longer listed on Avira's main website as a standalone tool. As far as I know, it was discontinued and integrated into their main security software.

According to Softpedia's page for Avira PC Cleaner the application was last updated in 2019. Does this product still receive regular definition updates for the latest threats? How often do you use it?

Archive: Avira reveals stand-alone Avira PC Cleaner in 2013.

I recommend ESET Online Scanner as a companion periodic scanner. Despite the name, it can be installed to the AppData folder and be used regularly. ESET provides free scanning and removal against malware, viruses and optionally PUA. It does require an active Internet connection to download definitions, per use. After it's first use, it can be scheduled to scan, but not required.

 

[Minimalist]

Yes I know that Avira's PC Cleaner tool is not accessible from their webpage but for now program still receives definition updates. I use it once a week to scan my system. When they stop providing updates, I will surely stop using it.
I've used ESET Online scanner in past and I like this last version. I don't like how it's filling error event log with errors 1060 and 7000 ( a long known "problem") but I like it otherwise. I will probably add it to my setup - if not before then when Avira PC Cleaner bites the dust.

Thank you for your reply.

 

[Minimalist]

I re-tried ESET Online Scanner and I like it, so I will add it to my setup. Thanks @Spawn for recommendation

 

[Minimalist]

I tested Privacy Badger for a week (removing built in rules and leting it learn on it's own). It didn't learn much so I removed it

 

[Minimalist]

I removed HP Support Assistant and will update drivers through Windows Update.

 

[YuanJiawj]

Great config, looks solid and light!
Thanks for sharing.

 

[Minimalist]

I replaced Kaspersky IS with Eset IS. Gonna try out new version for a while.

 

[Minimalist]

I went back from EIS to KIS. Test went fine except that WMI scanning problem which is not fixed yet.
I also removed Eset Online Scanner. I don't like errors being logged while using it. Also I think that using EEK and APC next to KIS is more than enough. I might consider adding Malwarebytes as 3rd on demand scanner.

 

[Minimalist]

I replaced Kaspersky Internet Security with Emsisoft Anti-Malware and set Windows Updates to automatic.

 

[Gandalf_The_Grey]

I replaced Kaspersky Internet Security with Emsisoft Anti-Malware and set Windows Updates to automatic.

Why? I like Emsisoft for their great support, ransomware decrypters and focus on privacy, but I believe Kaspersky protects your system better and with less user interaction required.

 

[SeriousHoax]

I replaced Kaspersky Internet Security with Emsisoft Anti-Malware and set Windows Updates to automatic.

There's a typo in your replaced section.
Any specific reason for the change or just checking Emsisoft out?

 

[Minimalist]

Why? I like Emsisoft for their great support, ransomware decrypters and focus on privacy, but I believe Kaspersky protects your system better and with less user interaction required.

I agree. I'm just trying it out. I have licneces for both so I change my setup from time to time to see how they affect system performance.

 

[Minimalist]

There's a typo in your replaced section.
Any specific reason for the change or just checking Emsisoft out?

Thank you for notifing me about typo. Fixed it.
Yes, I'm just checking it out and I like it so far.

 

[Minimalist]

After testing EAM for few days I returned to KIS.