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 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. 110612
If the download source is verified, users can typically bypass the warning by clicking "More Info" and "Run anyway" in the Windows SmartScreen prompt. This topic centers on reports from users who
The Godot team has provided specific guidance for users encountering this issue: If the download source is verified, users can
Several users reported that the official Godot_v4.5-stable_win64.exe was being flagged by Microsoft’s security software.
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
Always ensure you are downloading directly from the official Godot Engine release page to guarantee the file hasn't been tampered with.