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Bug

The Malwarebytes antivirus causes the active tool to be switched to a Rotate tool with no warning in ArcGIS Pro.

ArcGIS Pro
Bug ID Number BUG-000169225
SubmittedJuly 18, 2024
Last ModifiedNovember 21, 2025
Applies toArcGIS Pro
Version found3.3.1
Operating SystemWindows OS
Operating System Version10.0 64 Bit
StatusNon-Reproducible

Additional Information

If rebooting the antivirus restores ArcGIS Pro functionality, then the antivirus software is the cause of the issue. Unfortunately, an antivirus program cannot be controlled from ArcGIS Pro. Configure the antivirus program for ArcGIS Pro to be on the approved list. If this is done and the issue continues, contact the antivirus company for further assistance resolving the issue.

Workaround

  1. Close ArcGIS Pro.
  2. Restart the antivirus program.
  3. Open ArcGIS Pro again.

Steps to Reproduce

Bug ID: BUG-000169225

Software:

  • ArcGIS Pro

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