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Sandboxie Beta Supports 64-Bit OS

I’m not sure how I missed this one but apparently Sandboxie is now supporting Windows 64 Bit Operating Systems.  You can download Sandboxie from here:

http://www.sandboxie.com/index.php?DownloadSandboxie

If you want to see how Sandboxie can protect you from malware check out my Sandboxie Review.  Sandboxie is one of the best applications  for keeping your PC malware free.

Part1 – http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GueXMq-Vyi8

Part2 – http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2IbwhE-r8_k

Part3 – http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4XBbC81bZx4

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  • http://www.myhelpfulnerd.com myHelpfulNerd

    That’s great news! I hate not being able to install sandboxing software for my 64-bit clients before I leave. Any word as to how stable the current beta is?

  • Mark

    wow thanks for letting me know

  • Fabian

    That’s great news. I was a Sandboxie user before I have moved to Windows 7 64 Bit, so it’s nice to hear that a 64 bit version is in the works.

    Though I will wait for it to go out of beta before even considering to install it.

  • Dieselman

    Matt I posted this in the forums over a month ago. LOL.

  • Kinar

    Nice info.

  • http://www.sandboxie.com ssj100

    Sandboxie 3.44 final has been released!

    Officially supports 64-bit platforms now.

  • malwarekilla

    @Dieselman – lol…I should read my own forums :P

    It’s so busy right now, I may need to hire some help.

  • malwarekilla

    @ssj100 – sweet, I’m going to load mine now.

  • Mark

    apparently it doesnt have as great protection as the 32-bit version

  • http://www.myhelpfulnerd.com myHelpfulNerd

    Mark’s right, unfortunately… From Sandboxie’s site:
    “The 64-bit edition of Sandboxie is somewhat disadvantaged in terms of security compared to the 32-bit edition of Sandboxie.

    The disadvantage is a result of a component present in all versions of 64-bit Windows, called Kernel Patch Protection. While the stated purpose of this component is to enhance system integrity and stability, a side effect of its operation is hindering flexibility and innovation by third-party developers.”

    check out their 64-bit notes here: http://www.sandboxie.com/index.php?NotesAbout64BitEdition

    • malwarekilla

      @myhelpfulnerd – luv the site man…nice logo.

  • Dieselman

    Of course it doesn’t Mark. Even Tzuk tells people this. It is due to the nature of patch guard on 64 bit OS’s.

  • Mark

    I know, im just letting others know.

  • http://www.sandboxie.com ssj100

    It still provides the strongest potential protection (in the right hands) for Windows 64-bit systems, in my opinion.

    I think I will definitely use it when I move to a Windows 64-bit system in about 2-3 years time. In fact, I think my setup will be identical to what it is now, except I won’t be needing to use SuRun or KAfU, and I may use Applocker instead of SRP:

    Sandboxie + LUA + KAfU + SRP + DEP + SuRun
    Windows Firewall + NAT Router
    Avira AntiVir Personal (on-demand)
    VirtualBox (on-demand)

  • http://www.myhelpfulnerd.com myHelpfulNerd

    @malwarekilla: Thanks Matt! Now if only I can get some people to visit it…

  • Carlos

    SSJ100:

    Out of curiosity: Why have you chosen to stick with Windows XP even when Windows Vista/Windows 7 offer more security features and (according to Microsoft) they have less vulnerabilities than XP? I’d like to know your reasons.

  • http://www.sandboxie.com ssj100

    Hi Carlos. Here are my reasons for sticking with Windows XP:

    1. It’s cheaper to stay with XP. I don’t have to pay hundreds of dollars to upgrade.

    2. Windows 7 doesn’t offer any extra functionality that I want or need.

    3. Windows 7 is not significantly faster (in many objective tests, it’s actually slower than XP in many categories).

    4. Windows 7 (talking about 64-bit here, as I wouldn’t buy the 32-bit version) will not theoretically be as secure as my Windows XP 32-bit – why? Simply because I use Sandboxie 32-bit (and make use of most of its tremendous protection capabilities) which provides more complete protection than the 64-bit version.

    However, don’t get me wrong, I will eventually move to Windows 7 or Windows 8 when it’s released. I just don’t see the need for it at this stage. I can do everything I need to do on my current system, and lightning fast too.

  • jjbula

    Interesting.

    I wonder which is more secure. 64 bit OS with less effective sandboxie vs. 32 bit OS with original sandboxie.

    From a non-technical perspective I have heard the patch guard prevents many kinds of root kits. Maybe a lesser sandboxie is all that is required to maintain good security.

    Slightly off topic – I’ve heard the Chrome browser “sandboxes” adobe flash. Are they using this terminology right? Can an internet browser sandbox in a similar fashion to Sandboxie?

  • http://www.sandboxie.com ssj100

    In my opinion, a 64-bit OS would be just as secure with a LUA + SRP + Hardware DEP + Windows Firewall + on-demand scanner setup. Anything extra is just a bonus really, and potentially over-kill for the vast majority of personal computers.