110612 [Top-Rated – VERSION]

The consensus among the Godot development team is that these are false positives . This often happens with open-source software when a new release hasn't yet established a "reputation" with Microsoft's automated scanning algorithms.

The "issue" is a common hurdle for independent software releases rather than a legitimate security threat. The software remains safe to use, provided it is obtained from official channels. AI responses may include mistakes. Learn more Windows Defender warning on 4.5 STABLE release #110612

Users are encouraged to upload the binary to the Microsoft Security Intelligence file submission portal to report it as a false positive. This helps the engine's binaries gain trusted status more quickly. 110612

Always ensure you are downloading directly from the official Godot Engine release page to guarantee the file hasn't been tampered with.

Several users reported that the official Godot_v4.5-stable_win64.exe was being flagged by Microsoft’s security software. The consensus among the Godot development team is

This topic centers on reports from users who encountered "Trojan" or malware warnings when attempting to download or run the Godot v4.5 Stable binary for Windows. Technical Review & Findings

The Godot team has provided specific guidance for users encountering this issue: The software remains safe to use, provided it

While experienced developers often recognize these as false alarms, such warnings can significantly deter new users or those in corporate environments with strict security policies. Resolution and Recommendations