Windows Softwares to Heuristic Detection

Discover Windows Softwares to Heuristic Detection.

Analyzes the behavior of suspicious files to detect new and unknown threats (zero-day threats) based on their actions rather than just signatures.

Best Windows Softwares to Heuristic Detection

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Emsisoft Emergency Kit

Emsisoft Emergency Kit

Security & Privacy Utility
Emsisoft Emergency Kit is a free, portable collection of powerful anti-malware tools that helps you scan, detect, and clean up infections on Windows computers without requiring installation. It's designed for emergency situations where existing security software may have been disabled or compromised.
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Free Personal
Portable and requires no installation.
Emsisoft Anti-Malware

Emsisoft Anti-Malware

Security & Privacy Anti-Malware
Emsisoft Anti-Malware offers robust real-time protection against evolving online threats using a dual-engine scanner and behavior monitoring, ensuring comprehensive security without compromising system performance.
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Freemium
Excellent malware detection rates due to dual-engine technol...
Hitman Pro

Hitman Pro

Security & Privacy On-Demand Scanner
HitmanPro is a portable antimalware tool leveraging cloud technology to quickly scan and remove rootkits, trojans, viruses, and other malicious threats. It's designed for rapid detection and remediation on infected or potentially infected systems.
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Freemium
Highly effective detection using multi-engine cloud scanning...
Panda Antivirus

Panda Antivirus

Security & Privacy Antivirus Software
Panda Antivirus is a comprehensive security suite providing robust real-time protection against a wide range of online threats. It leverages advanced heuristic and zero-day detection technologies to keep your devices safe. Key features include a built-in VPN, parental controls, and a USB drive cleaner, offering layered security beyond just traditional antivirus.
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Freemium
Strong real-time protection against various threats.
Zed Attack Proxy

Zed Attack Proxy

Security & Privacy Security Analysis
Zed Attack Proxy (ZAP) is a free and open-source web application security scanner. It helps developers and penetration testers find security vulnerabilities in web applications during the development and testing phases.
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Open Source
Free and open source, making it highly accessible.
Baidu Antivirus

Baidu Antivirus

Security & Privacy Desktop Application
Baidu Antivirus is a comprehensive and free security solution providing protection against various malware threats. It offers real-time scanning, heuristic detection, and browser protection in multiple languages.
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Free
Provides free and comprehensive antivirus protection.
Ad-Aware Free Antivirus+

Ad-Aware Free Antivirus+

Security & Privacy Antivirus Software
Ad-Aware Free Antivirus+ by Lavasoft provides essential protection against malware and spyware threats for Windows users. It combines antivirus and anti-spyware capabilities with real-time monitoring and browser protection.
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Freemium
Free to use, providing essential security at no cost.
AVG Internet Security

AVG Internet Security

Security & Privacy Security Software
AVG Internet Security provides comprehensive online protection with advanced antivirus, firewall, and anti-spyware capabilities. It shields against malware, ransomware, and phishing threats, while also offering enhanced privacy features.
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Commercial
Comprehensive all-in-one security suite.
skipfish

skipfish

OS & Utilities Command-line Utility
Skipfish is a discontinued command-line web application security scanner known for its recursive crawling and heuristic detection capabilities. It's designed to quickly assess web applications for common vulnerabilities and security flaws.
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Open Source
Effective heuristic detection for finding non-signature base...
Zemana AntiMalware

Zemana AntiMalware

Security & Privacy Security Software
Zemana AntiMalware is a powerful security solution offering real-time protection against a wide range of threats including malware, ransomware, spyware, and adware. Its cloud-based scanning engine and lightweight design provide effective and fast protection without impacting system performance.
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Freemium
Excellent malware and ransomware detection rates due to clou...
Avast! Pro Antivirus

Avast! Pro Antivirus

Security & Privacy Antivirus Software
Avast! Pro Antivirus offers robust protection against malware, including viruses, spyware, and ransomware, with advanced features like a sandbox for safe file execution and real-time protection. It's designed to provide comprehensive security for your digital life.
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Commercial
Strong multi-layered threat detection including heuristic an...
F-Secure Anti-Virus

F-Secure Anti-Virus

Security & Privacy Antivirus Software
F-Secure Anti-Virus provides essential real-time protection against viruses, malware, spyware, and other online threats. It focuses on providing a simple yet effective layer of security for your devices.
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Commercial
Effective core antivirus protection
Norton AntiVirus

Norton AntiVirus

Security & Privacy Anti-malware
Norton AntiVirus was a robust anti-malware solution designed to protect personal computers from a wide range of online threats, including viruses, spyware, and other malicious software. It featured real-time protection and several advanced detection methods.
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Commercial
Strong malware detection rates
Nessus

Nessus

Network & Admin Desktop Application
Nessus Professional is a widely-used vulnerability scanner by Tenable, designed to identify security vulnerabilities in a variety of systems nationwide. It helps organizations manage their security posture by providing comprehensive scans, detailed reporting, and integration with other tools for remediation.
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Free Personal
Extensive and frequently updated vulnerability plugin librar...
Spyware Terminator

Spyware Terminator

Security & Privacy Security
Spyware Terminator is a comprehensive, free security suite providing robust anti-spyware and antivirus protection. It features real-time scanning, heuristic detection, and an optional integrated antivirus engine to safeguard against various malware threats.
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Freemium
Free to use, offering significant security features at no co...
Kaspersky Virus Removal Tool

Kaspersky Virus Removal Tool

Security & Privacy Security Utility
Kaspersky Virus Removal Tool is a free, standalone utility designed to effectively scan and remove viruses, Trojans, and other malicious software from infected Windows systems. It's a portable tool that doesn't require installation and can be run alongside existing antivirus software.
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Free
Free and highly effective malware removal
Dr.Web CureIt!

Dr.Web CureIt!

Security & Privacy Security Utility
Dr.Web CureIt! is a free, portable antivirus and anti-malware utility designed to scan and disinfect a computer without installation. It's ideal for one-time scans on potentially infected systems, offering powerful detection engines and heuristic analysis to identify threats.
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Free Personal
Free for home use
Immunet FREE Antivirus

Immunet FREE Antivirus

Security & Privacy Antivirus
Immunet FREE Antivirus is a cloud-based security solution designed to provide real-time antimalware and antivirus protection. Leveraging the power of the cloud, it offers fast detection and protection against emerging threats without significantly impacting system performance.
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Freemium
Lightweight and low system resource usage.
herdProtect

herdProtect

Security & Privacy Security Software
herdProtect is a free, cloud-based malware scanning platform utilizing the power of over 68 leading anti-malware engines simultaneously. It provides a second layer of defense to detect threats missed by your primary security software, offering comprehensive scanning without interfering with your existing protection.
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Free
Utilizes over 68 anti-malware engines for high detection pot...
Ad-Aware

Ad-Aware

Security & Privacy Desktop Application
Ad-Aware, while discontinued, was a notable player in internet security, primarily recognized for its robust anti-spyware capabilities. It provided essential protection against various forms of malware, including adware, spyware, and rootkits, aiming to safeguard user privacy and system integrity.
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Free Personal
Historically effective against spyware and adware.
Avast! Internet Security

Avast! Internet Security

Security & Privacy Internet Security Suite
Avast! Internet Security is a comprehensive security suite designed to safeguard your online activities and digital life. It provides multi-layered protection against viruses, malware, phishing attempts, and other cyber threats, ensuring a safer internet experience.
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Commercial
Offers comprehensive protection against various threats.
Dr.Web Anti-virus

Dr.Web Anti-virus

Security & Privacy Antivirus Software
Dr.Web Anti-virus provides robust protection against a wide array of cyber threats, including viruses, Trojans, spyware, and rootkits. Utilizing heuristic analysis and zero-day protection, it offers real-time monitoring and prevention through lightweight, customizable software that doesn't weigh down system resources.
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Commercial
Effective detection of known and unknown malware
Windows Defender

Windows Defender

Security & Privacy Antivirus
Windows Defender, now known as Microsoft Defender Antivirus, is a robust real-time anti-malware solution built directly into Windows. It provides comprehensive protection against viruses, ransomware, spyware, and other threats without requiring separate installation or subscription for core functionality. It's the foundational security layer for millions of Windows users worldwide.
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Free
Included and enabled by default in Windows.
ComboFix

ComboFix

Security & Privacy Malware Removal Utility
ComboFix is a powerful, standalone malware removal tool designed to aggressively scan and clean Windows systems affected by various malicious threats. It's a targeted solution for stubborn infections, frequently used by IT professionals and advanced users.
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Free
Highly effective against stubborn malware
SUPERAntiSpyware

SUPERAntiSpyware

Security & Privacy Security Utility
SUPERAntiSpyware is a powerful security application designed to detect and remove a wide range of malicious software, including spyware, adware, trojans, and rootkits, offering robust protection against emerging threats.
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Freemium
Highly effective at removing spyware and adware.
ClamWin

ClamWin

Security & Privacy Antivirus
ClamWin is a free and open-source antivirus program for Microsoft Windows. It utilizes the Clam AntiVirus engine and offers on-demand scanning and scheduled scans, making it a lightweight and portable security solution.
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Open Source
Completely free and open source.
HijackThis

HijackThis

OS & Utilities System Utility
HijackThis is a free and open-source portable utility designed to detect malware and adware on Microsoft Windows by scanning key areas like startup programs, browser helper objects, and system files. It generates a detailed report allowing users to identify and potentially remove suspicious entries, serving as a powerful tool for advanced users to diagnose and clean infected systems.
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Open Source
Highly effective at identifying hidden malware persistence m...
Privacy Badger

Privacy Badger

Security & Privacy Browser Extension
Privacy Badger is a free browser extension developed by the Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF) that automatically learns to block invisible trackers.
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Open Source
Effectively blocks invisible trackers using a unique heurist...
Kaspersky Anti-Virus

Kaspersky Anti-Virus

Security & Privacy Antivirus Software
Kaspersky Anti-Virus is a robust security solution providing essential protection against a wide range of cyber threats, including malware, viruses, and ransomware. It utilizes advanced technologies for real-time scanning and proactive defense to keep your PC safe.
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Commercial
Excellent malware detection rates
AdwCleaner

AdwCleaner

Security & Privacy Utility
AdwCleaner is a free Windows utility designed to detect and remove unwanted software, specifically focusing on adware, potentially unwanted programs (PUPs), browser toolbars, and hijackers. It's a simple yet powerful tool for cleaning up a cluttered and potentially compromised system.
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Free
Highly effective at removing adware, PUPs, toolbars, and hij...
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