WinPatrol 35.5.2017.8

- Fixed problem finding the cookie folder on Windows XP systems Prevent main interface from opening on startup when not requested

- Fixed bug preventing activation on machines with stubburn firewalls
- Fixed bug causing WinPatrol's tabbed interface to open on reboot
- Enhanced available to find proper cookie folder
- Fixed bug in 64 bit systems that did not display all disabled -Startup items and IE Helpers.
- Fixed bug on 64 bit systems that hide Disabled Startup items and some IE Helpers.

* Due to an increased number of illegal versions of WinPatrol being distributed on torrent and keygen sites this version has been enhanced to make it easier for legitimate users to activate their PLUS code. While legitimate users will have easier access, illegal users will be encouraged to upgrade.
* HiJackLog updated to show correct description for Windows 7 even thought technically it's reported as version 6.
* Setup program was fixed to turn off debug mode which created two text files which aren't needed.

- Fixed problems on Windows 64 bits systems. Not all Startup programs were being detected and displayed. Some programs were also missing Date Detected values which will be initialized on install of this version.
Default icons are now displayed when no program icon exist.

* What's so special about the WinPatrol Cloud ?
If "Cloud" sounds stupid and doesn't make sense, think "collaboration". The new version allows everyone in the WinPatrol community to safely share when something new works or doesn't work properly.
The WinPatrol Cloud Edition is considered a “Software-as-a-Service” version of cloud computing and relies on a collaboration approach to bring a huge value to all everyone in the WinPatrol community. Results detected by individual WinPatrol users are collected so everyone using WinPatrol can share their good and bad experiences.

* One part of the WinPatrol Cloud is a poll where the WinPatrol community of users can provide personal feedback on files that are detected. The poll data will be available to both FREE and PLUS users.

# Custom Registry Monitoring and Lock Down :
The newest version of confirms that WinPatrol is a must have addition to any traditional AntiVirus program. WinPatrol continues its tradition of being a first. The new custom Registry Lock feature could be a application all by itself but instead it will be integrated into the robust real-time monitoring of WinPatrol PLUS.
The most common threat to Windows based security has been the modification of secret and not-so-secret registry entries used by the operating system and most applications. Over the years malware authors have found ways to take control of a users system by tweaking various registry entries. Only experts with knowledge of programs like regedit.exe have stood a chance at protecting their systems.
Traditional security programs have played a cat and mouse game to keep up with newly discovered registry tweaks. Now with WinPatrol 2010 v18’s, newly discovered tweaks can be added immediately to WinPatrol’s real-time monitoring. Registry values can be manually added or included in a batch script file created by experts and other 3rd party developers.
Running completely in the background WinPatrol PLUS will monitor for changes and lock down specific registry entries so they can’t be changed.
WinPatrol already locks down AutoRun entries, FileType associations and a host of other system configurations. Now, users can pick and choose registry entries they decide should never change.
Not sure how the registry works? Online experts will create custom scripts to protect those configuration locations important to you.

# Protection from ActiveX errors : WinPatrol lets you know when new ActiveX components are installed on your system. WinPatrol version 18 now includes this feature as bonus to PLUS members to protect novice users from accidently disabling critical ActiveX controls.

# PLUS Code Security : Due to the large number of illegal keygen and pirate sites I've had to increase the verification of your name and PLUS codes. This may cause an occasional error with PLUS members using valid codes. This step is required to make sure our PLUS members can always access our website.

* Reduced Memory Footprint : The monitor component of WinPatrol has been optimized and shrunk so WinPatrol.exe is now only 313 KB instead of its previous 336 KB size. You won't find a smaller Windows system monitor as powerful as WinPatrol.

* Additional Support for Firefox 3 and Google Chrome : Since Firefox 3 changed from cookie.txt to SQLite database format Scotty hasn't been hungry for Firefox cookies. Support for Firefox 3 has been the single most requested features. Turns out I was able to include support for the SQLite format without increasing the size of WinPatrol.exe. While I was at it I also included support for Google Chrome which also uses SQLite to store their cookies. Note: Firefox cookie can not be viewed or removed while Firefox is running.

* Conflict reduction with other security applications : Scotty has always worked and play well with others. WinPatrol.exe has been optimized to handle the results of any Windows hooks in it's own code space reducing any conflicts with other security programs.

Fixed Woof alert sound on non-Vista/Win7 systems

# Detects if other programs are monitoring HOSTs and some other system files to prevent conflicts.
# Fixed rare bug where Scotty barked a few times for no reason.
# Support for Accessibility Sound Sentry in Vista or greater.
# Scotty icon used in new Windows 7 Taskbar.
# Better handling of events that are blocked by User Account Control.

Removed debug code from "Recent" system tray correction.

# Keeps track of your column widths when resizing WinPatrol Explorer. (Long requested feature)
# UAC Monitoring disabled for Windows 7 until final release available.
# Added "Recent" to System Tray menu.

Not a required upgrade but recommeded to anyone experiencing Explorer crashs and NTDLL.DLL conflicts.
* Fixed error in System Tray popup menu and selecting Active Tasks.
* Removed unncessary switches to UAC protection mode

Changes only affect Vista and Windows 7 users
# Improved HOSTs change detection in Vista
# Fixed Exit dialog (if checked) when switching to UAC mode.
# Remove redunant switching to UAC mode dialog. All versions
# AutoUpdate and UAC change detected included in Option with HOST file changes

* New "Recent" tab lets you see new programs and settings recently added to your computer. Especially helpful in finding malware that comes with multiple randomly named files
* Increased background performance and reduce conflicts with other programs.
* Compatability enhancements to work with Windows Vista and Windows 7
* Monitors and alerts to any changes to User Account Control Settings(UAC) Just like the monitoring your Auto Update settings, these are changes you'll want to know about.
* Continues to have the best performance and smallest foot print of any system monitor
* Hides individual alert messages and lock settings to prevent potential errors by other computer users.