Windows 10: Why is "Virus and threat protection" missing from Windows Security?

Discus and support Why is "Virus and threat protection" missing from Windows Security? in AntiVirus, Firewalls and System Security to solve the problem; I've been using Windows 10 for close to three years, never had any issues with it. Recently I noticed that my windows defender Virus and threat... Discussion in 'AntiVirus, Firewalls and System Security' started by AdarshMadhukumar, Aug 14, 2020.

  1. Why is "Virus and threat protection" missing from Windows Security?


    I've been using Windows 10 for close to three years, never had any issues with it. Recently I noticed that my windows defender Virus and threat protection is no longer visible in the Windows security, and when I try to scan a file it shows the my "IT admin does not have access to certain areas". I've checked other posts related to this, the "Disableantispyware" Registry key is not there, the securityhealthservice key is also at automatic start. I've also tried setting the Open Group Policy snap-in by running gpedit.msc command. Computer Configuration > Administrative Templates > Windows Defender Security Center > Virus and threat protection. > Not Configured The security center itself shows no issue, but it also doesnt show "Virus and threat protection". I've done an Sfc scan showed no issues, done a safe mode scan with malwarebytes again showed no issues and I even did an upgrade from Media creation tool I have yet to do a reset, I am unaware of the difference between the two and I have some important data that I wish to keep, currently I have no means of taking an external backup. I am not sure what exactly caused this sudden change in behavior, but I do have some doubts.

    • I recently installed Office 365, which was authenticated by my organization's account. I am not signed into my system with that account, and even others in my organization who actually use the organization's account to sign in can still use windows defender.
    • When I boot into safe mode Virus and threat protection is still missing from Security center, but when I search for it and open it directly it works in normal startup doing the same will result in the "IT admin..." dialog box, however the scan options are still unresponsive - nothing happens even when I try a windows defender offline scan.
    • I was able to execute a windows defender offline scan using the elevated command prompt, and that returned no issues.


    I have never used an Anti virus software in this system. I'm not sure how to proceed further, any help is very much appreciated. I've attached screenshots of the missing "Virus and threat protection" below. Why is "Virus and threat protection" missing from Windows Security? 15991e3b-b287-4c40-bb23-89c09412296c?upload=true.png



    and the "IT admin error" message

    Why is "Virus and threat protection" missing from Windows Security? 8b3cc480-e5ea-418d-b838-98cc727c14a6?upload=true.png

    :)
     
    AdarshMadhukumar, Aug 14, 2020
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    Hi there, I recently reinstalled my windows and the Virus and threat protection is down! I have found that I am missing the 'Windows Defender Advanced Threat Protection Service ' and 'Windows Defender Security Center Service' files
    from my services list, I have looked into this and can find no solution to fixing this issue, if anyone can help it would be much appreciated!!
     
    Matthew_5196, Aug 14, 2020
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  3. Windows security Virus & threat protection.

    Windows security Virus & threat protection tells me that "Your Virus & threat protection is managed by your organization" Something is wrong since I don't have an organization. Please help
     
    Charles RKetron, Aug 14, 2020
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  4. DaveM121 Win User

    Why is "Virus and threat protection" missing from Windows Security?

    Virus threat protection

    Hi Valentin

    As an alternative approach, you can allow that utility through the Controlled Folder Access section of WIndows 10 security . . .

    Open Windows Defender Security Center

    Go to Virus & threat protection - Virus & threat protection settings

    Scroll down to Controlled folder access

    From there, you can add Dell Data Vault to the list of safe or allowed apps to prevent it from being blocked

    Please do not leave Controlled Folder Access turned off permanently
     
    DaveM121, Aug 14, 2020
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