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MalwareBytes breaks VSCode installer #144446

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Does this issue occur when all extensions are disabled?: Yes

  • VS Code Version: 1.65
  • OS Version: Windows 11 21H2 (22000.493)

Steps to Reproduce:

  1. Install MalwareBytes trial with real-time protection
  2. Ensure Ransomware protection is ON (right click task bar icon to verify.
  3. Run VS Code User installed, with all defaults.
  4. You should get a MoveFile error 183 during installation.
  5. Cancel install.
  6. Now right click MalwareBytes taskbar icon and turn OFF Ransomware protection.
  7. Rerun VS Code User installer.
  8. Install should work.

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