ExploitShield for Windows

Name: ExploitShield
Rating: 3.5 (10 reviews)
Author: ZeroVulnerabilityLabs

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ExploitShield was acquired by Malwarebytes on June 20, 2013. Its technology is now included in the new beta product MalwareBytes Anti-Exploit.

Editors’ Review

Download.com staffFebruary 26, 2026

ExploitShield Browser Edition blocks zero-day exploit attempts across major browsers and components. It uses patent-pending technology to prevent malicious exploits from compromising systems.

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Pros
- Blocks known and zero-day vulnerability exploits
- Protects all major browsers and components
- Blocks exploit kits without signature updates
- Vulnerability-agnostic shielding technology
- Install-and-forget solution
Cons
- No mention of real-time threat scanning
- Focuses solely on browser exploits
- No details on performance impact
- No mention of reporting or logging features
- Limited scope beyond browser exploits

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Full Specifications

GENERAL

Release: April 3, 2013

Latest update: February 26, 2026

Version: 0.9.1-beta

OPERATING SYSTEMS

Platform: Windows

Operating System

Windows XP
Windows 8
Windows Vista
Windows 10
Windows 7

Additional Requirements: None

POPULARITY

Total Downloads: 8,965

Downloads Last Week: 0

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User Reviews

3.5/5

10 User Votes

Seems To Be Incompatible With Comodo Firewall
tonester59January 31, 2013
Pros
Great idea - browser app to block 0-Day attacks where they occur. Installs easily and requires minimal disc space while running silently in the background.
Cons
After I installed ExploitShield, none of my browsers would open. When I turned it off, they opened fine. ( It may be notable that my Comodo Firewall produced no alerts at all during installation, which is unusual when installing new software.) I uninstalled it, and checked the ES website and checked for known issues - sure enough, one of their beta-testers had found it to be incompatible with Comodo, producing the results I described. Just to be sure, I installed it again with the same results.
Summary
I have to say that I'm really 'bummed, as I really wanted to try this out. When they get the bugs out, it will make for an outstanding security app to protect against very real threats. But since I'm not ready to change firewalls, I'll have to wait until this issue is addressed. Until then, I wish the developers all the best, as I feel that this is an important security issue that not all browsers and a/v programs can protect against.
Sitting doing nothing - that's a good thing
JEfromCanadaOctober 12, 2012
Pros
It's very unobtrusive. It just sits there, until something happens.
Cons
Not a con actually... but it would be useful if this app had a "self-test" capability that showed the user how it would react to an attempted exploit.
Summary
When I installed this app, it minimized itself to a "Z" on my status bar, where it has sat ever since. Double-clicking the icon shows me that no intrusions have taken place. It's quiet, has no "configuration" requirements, and hopefully is doing its job. Until an exploit tries to attack my machine, there's not much else I can say about this app.
Seems to be doing the job as advertised.
deluca69October 11, 2012
Pros
Have not been using long enough to be truly critical of the app. Satisfied so far.
Cons
The one bug I have found is when clicking a link , especially in my email, it will open Internet Explorer but will only have a blank page. Must right click and tell it to open link in browser, orr double click the link which sometimes still does not work.
Summary
Satisfied so far, but need more experience with the app.
Early days but no worries yet.
50SparksOctober 11, 2012
Pros
I am getting less interruption in my browswer activity, so that's good.
Cons
I don't like that it completely shuts down my computer at midnight as start up is now slower than usual. Maybe I just need to adjust my settings...
Summary
Having this program makes me feel more secure, but frankly as I get no alerts about it's activity, I let it run and just forget it.
Didn't Do Anything For Me
GorkyHydeParkOctober 8, 2012
Pros
Free - So Try It For Yourself
Cons
Lots Of Things Got Pass This Program .
Summary
I Didn't Like It & Uninstalled It. I Didn't Find It Affective .
seams good
booda666October 6, 2012
Pros
low on memory
Cons
interface GUI is abit boring but it is still a beta
Summary
Seams okay but i don`t go on random web sites and i use adblock so up to now it has not found or stop any exploits lol.. Not sure if this software is working or not or if my internet browsing habits are just safer then most ppl.
So far, So good!
atunis58041October 5, 2012
Pros
Very simple to install, just install it & forget it! Difficult to judge how well it works, but will give it a 5-star now.
Cons
None as of yet, but has only been installed for a few weeks, if that.
Summary
One more way to protect your computer. Easy install & light on resources.It's effectiveness will be determined after some time has past and users report their experience. So, no problems.
Simple, Efficient, a
Ludichris1October 4, 2012
Pros
Runs in background as a tray icon. It helps to block a lot of possible malware in a variety of applications too. I've always wondered if my virus-protection program was enough but this seems to finish the deal. It's easy to open and easy to manage everything in it. It protects all the Browser stuff like Firefox, Google Chrome, Internet Explorer (great for those who haven't updated IE yet..), Opera, Java, and any components featured in the browser like when one opens a PDF, views a Flash, etc.. Note: Applications with a 'lock' on them are shielded. Since this is the browser edition, the other software, such as Adobe Reader and Microsoft Office are not because they have an opened lock on them (General tab says only 6 applications are shielded, and there are 6 applications with a lock symbol). Shielded applications include: Firefox, Google Chrome, Internet Explorer, Opera, Java, and WebBrowser Components (PDF, FLASH, JAVA ...).
Cons
None of this writing.
Summary
Neat, simple application.
tom4hawkOctober 3, 2012
Pros
Installs and runs just fine. Right click on the tray icon to open up a simple window that shows what is being protected and how many attempted intrusions have been stopped. I haven't come under attack, so I cannot review the program's efficacy, but it runs stably in the background using minimal resources- 0% CPU and 10.5MB of RAM.
Cons
None to speak of.
Summary
downloaded twice
rickdempseyOctober 3, 2012
Pros
went smooth
Cons
would not open
Summary
how do I know this program really works if it won't open

Developer’s Description

By ZeroVulnerabilityLabs

Block drive-by malware infections by proactively blocking known and zero-day vulnerability exploits.

ExploitShield Browser Edition protects against known and unknown 0-day vulnerability exploits, protecting users where traditional antivirus and security products fail. It consists of an innovative patent-pending vulnerability-agnostic application shielding technology that prevents malicious vulnerability exploits from compromising computers. Includes "shields" for all major browsers (IE, Firefox, Chrome, Opera) and browser all components such as Java, Adobe Reader, Flash, Shockwave. Blocks exploit kits such as Blackhole, Sakura, Phoenix, Incognito without requiring any signature updates. No need to train or configure, ExploitShield is 100% install-and-forget anti-exploit solution.

ExploitShield for Windows

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