The Godot team has provided specific guidance for users encountering this issue:
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 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. The Godot team has provided specific guidance for
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 110612