Patch H

On June 17, 2013, Kaspersky Lab releases a new patch H for Kaspersky Anti-Virus 2013.

Patch H is automatically installed once anti-virus databases of Kaspersky Anti-Virus version 13.0.1.4190 are updated.

Patch H eliminates the product crashes.

How to install Patch H:

In order to install Patch H, perform the following actions:

1. Run the databases update process.
2. Once the databases are successfully updated, restart your computer.
3. Once the system starts, open the main application window.
4. In the left lower corner of the main application window, click the Support link.
5. If Patch H is successfully installed, you will see the letter h in the Application version line.

Patch G

On April 22, 2013, Kaspersky Lab releases a new patch G for Kaspersky Anti-Virus 2013.

Patch G is automatically installed once antivirus databases of Kaspersky Anti-Virus version 13.0.1.4190 are updated.

Patch G eliminates the following problems:

• Problem displaying plugins for Virtual keyboard and Kaspersky URL Advisor in Mozilla Firefox 19 and Google Chrome 25.
• Problem of the program hanging after performing rootkit scan.
• Problem connecting to SQLExpress 2008 with Kaspersky Anti-Virus 2013 installed.
• Problem connecting to Xbox via Windows Media Center.
• Problem of the system hanging when copying a folder or unpacking archive of the several gigabytes size.
• Some problems when working with Virtual keyboard.
• Some problems when working with Java software in Internet Explorer 10 (under Windows 8).
• Problem connecting to WD Essentials NAS storage with Kaspersky Anti-Virus 2013 running.

Patch F

On February 21, 2013, Kaspersky Lab releases a new patch F for Kaspersky Anti-Virus 2013.

Patch F is automatically installed once anti-virus databases of Kaspersky Anti-Virus version 13.0.1.4190 are updated.

Patch F eliminates the following problems:

• Problems saving scan settings.
• Problem restoring keyboard and mouse operability after program uninstallation.

Patch E

On December 21, 2012,  Kaspersky Lab releases a new patch E for Kaspersky Anti-Virus 2013.

Patch E is automatically installed once anti-virus databases of Kaspersky Anti-Virus version 13.0.1.4190 are updated.

Patch E eliminates the following problems:

• Some issues of the Kaspersky Anti-Virus interface.
• Problems displaying Virtual Keyboard and Kaspersky URL Advisor plugins in Mozilla Firefox 18.
• Problems saving Kaspersky Anti-Virus user settings after OS rebooting.
• Problems starting Kaspersky Anti-Virus after rebooting OS Windows.

Patch D

On December 3, 2012,  Kaspersky Lab releases a new patch D for Kaspersky Anti-Virus 2013.

Patch D is automatically installed once anti-virus databases of Kaspersky Anti-Virus version 13.0.1.4190 are updated.

Patch D eliminates the following problems:

• Some issues of the Kaspersky Anti-Virus interface.
• Problems displaying Virtual Keyboard and Kaspersky URL Advisor plugins in Mozilla Firefox 16, 17.
• Problems starting Kaspersky Anti-Virus after anti-virus databases update and computer restart.

Patch C

On November 8, 2012, Kaspersky Lab releases a new patch C for Kaspersky Anti-Virus 2013.

Patch C is automatically installed once anti-virus databases of Kaspersky Anti-Virus version 13.0.1.4190 are updated.

Patch C eliminates the following problems:

• Some issues of the Kaspersky Anti-Virus interface.
• Problems reinstalling Kaspersky Anti-Virus after upgrade of Windows 7 to Windows 8.

Patch B

On September 28, 2012, Kaspersky Lab released a new patch B for Kaspersky Anti-Virus 2013.

Patch B is automatically installed once anti-virus databases of Kaspersky Anti-Virus version 13.0.1.4190 are updated.

Patch B eliminates the some issues of the Kaspersky Anti-Virus (version 13.0.1.4190) interface.

Patch A

On September 17, 2012, Kaspersky Lab released a new patch A for Kaspersky Anti-Virus 2013.

Patch A is automatically installed once anti-virus databases of Kaspersky Anti-Virus version 13.0.1.4190 are updated.

Patch A eliminates the following problems:

• Some issues of the Kaspersky Anti-Virus (version 13.0.1.4190) interface.
• Problem of the application hanging on a shutting down computer.
• Problem of high processor resources consumption.  

On August 1, 2012 Kaspersky Lab announces commercial release of Kaspersky Anti-Virus 2013. The full version number is 13.0.1.4190.

Protection concept in Kaspersky Anti-Virus

Kaspersky Anti-Virus 2013 protects your computer against known and unknown threats. Each type of threat is processed by a separate application component. This structure of the protection system allows a flexible configuration of the application, depending on the needs of any specific user or of an enterprise as a whole.

Kaspersky Anti-Virus 2013 comprises the following protection tools:

• Protection components providing protection of:
  • files and personal data;
  • system;
  • network activity.

• Virus scan tasks used to scan individual files, folders, drives, areas or the entire computer for viruses.
• Update ensuring the up-to-date status of the internal application modules, and the databases used to scan for malicious programs, and to detect network attacks and spam messages.
• Wizards and tools facilitating the execution of tasks occurring during the operation of Kaspersky Anti-Virus.
• Support features that provide information support for working with the program and expanding its functionalities.

What’s new in Kaspersky Anti-Virus

Kaspersky Anti-Virus 2013 is a comprehensive data protection tool. The application provides protection against viruses and malware and Internet fraud. The multifaceted protection covers all channels of data transfer and exchange. Flexible configuration of each protection component allows adapting Kaspersky Anti-Virus 2013 to the needs of any individual user.

Improved and new functions in Kaspersky Anti-Virus 2013:

• Support for Microsoft Windows 8 has been added.
• Postponed launch of Kaspersky Anti-Virus 2013 at the startup of the operating system has been implemented in order to reduce the operating system's booting time.
• A module for blocking dangerous websites has been added to Web Anti-Virus, which replaces an already loaded suspicious or phishing website with a page showing a danger warning in case the page's status is defined after it is loaded.
• The application's impact on the operating system's performance has been reduced; the amount of computer resources consumed by the application has also been reduced. Particularly, the application's impact on the booting and closing time of the operating system has been reduced, as well as on the time expended by the system for switching to waiting mode and sleep mode and on the speed of downloading files and loading web pages on the Internet.
• A Microsoft Design Language style application named Kaspersky Now has been released for Microsoft Windows 8. Kaspersky Now delivers news from the website securelist.com to keep you informed of all crucial events in the domain of data security and warn you of emerging virus outbreaks. If you have Kaspersky Anti-Virus 2013 installed on your computer, Kaspersky Now displays the current protection status of your computer and allows running the main components of Kaspersky Anti-Virus 2013, such as Scan, Update, Parental Control, and others.
• Improved removal of incompatible applications during installation. Incompatible software detection is performed based on a list of incompatible applications. The list is updated every time during Kaspersky Anti-Virus update. In order to avoid conflicts during installation Kaspersky Anti-Virus offers to remove the incompatible software automatically.
• Treatment of active infections during installation improved. In some cases malware on the computer prevents the installation of anti-virus products, Kaspersky Anti-Virus automatically downloads a dedicated utility and treats the system’s active infections before completing the installation process.
• The Exploit prevention functionality is added to the System Watcher component. It is common for malicious programs to exploit vulnerabilities in popular applications to try to gain control over the computer, steal your personal data, etc.
• Compatibility of URL Advisor and Virtual Keyboard with browsers has been enhanced. Kaspersky Anti-Virus fully supports recent versions of the following web browsers:
  • Internet Explorer versions 8, 9, 10; 
  • Mozilla Firefox versions 9.x — 12.x; 
  • Google Chrome versions 15.x — 17.x.
• Anti-Phishing protection has been improved. Kaspersky Anti-Virus 2013 integrates an enhanced updatable anti-phishing module. In particular, heuristic analysis has been improved, which checks to see if a URL has the characteristics typical of a phishing website.
• To receive access to your personal information, cybercriminals often resort to fake (phishing) sites. To make protection against visiting phishing websites much more effective, Kaspersky Anti-Virus integrates an enhanced updatable anti-phishing module. In particular, heuristic analysis has been improved, which checks to see if a URL has the characteristics typical of a phishing website.
• Technology to protect against the Duqu Trojan and similar threats. The main aim of Duqu and similar malware is to install itself unnoticed on a system and steal personal data. Kaspersky Anti-Virus 2013 blocks intrusion of a system code into system processes, often when loading a system (i.e. before an antivirus program starts running). The product does not allow the key parts of the code to be implemented, effectively neutralizing it.
• The impact of the application on the system performance has been optimized for the most common online user scenarios: launching a web browser and other programs, using the Internet and etc.
• Reduced battery drain for laptops. Kaspersky Anti-Virus 2013 reduces battery drain by postponing resource-intensive tasks, thereby increasing the battery life of your laptop.
• Faster download of updates. Kaspersky Anti-Virus has transferred parts of its antivirus databases into the cloud (Kaspersky Security Network) and added further internal optimization. This helps significantly reduce the volume of downloaded traffic and speeds up the update process.

New in interface:

• Interface of the main window has been improved to provide even quicker and easier access to basic tasks, such as scanning, problem solving etc. In addition, a new keypad control option is available .
• In Kaspersky Anti-Virus 2013 the ability to check the reputation of a file has been improved to more clearly display this information.
• Viewing Kaspersky Lab news has become more convenient. The news allows you to get the information about events occurring in the company, auctions and discounts. In Kaspersky Anti-Virus 2013 news may include text messages, video and graphic materials.
• When a license expires, Kaspersky Anti-Virus 2013 informs the user which product’s functions stopped working.

How to install Kaspersky Anti-Virus

To install Kaspersky Anti-Virus 2013, perform the following actions:

1. Download and run the distributive (version 13.0.1.4190) from the Kaspersky Lab website. You can find detailed instructions on how to do this in the following resources:
   • How to install an app in Windows 8
   • How to install a program in Windows 7
   • How to install a program in Windows Vista
2. Follow instructions of Setup Wizard.

What to do if problems appear

If during Kaspersky Anti-Virus 2013 installation some problems appear, create a request to Kaspersky Lab Technical Support via the My Kaspersky Account service. Provide the following data:

• Detailed description of the problem.
• Error screenshot.
• Report created using GetSystemInfo.

You can find detailed instructions on how to work with My Account in FAQ for My Kaspersky Account.