Windows 10: Multiple .exe files trying to access my controlled folder

I have no idea why this is happening, every time I boot or use my computer it shows that a .exe file is trying to go into my controlled folder and it was stopped. These are files such as explorer.exe, spotify.exe and adobe files. This is weird because there should be no reason why Spotify should be to access it and I NEVER use internet explorer. Is this a virus? I run windows defender and nothing is found as well as with Malwarebytes

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Defender Controlled Folder Access: how to allow desktop application w/ multiple exe files access a protected folder?

After enabling Controlled folder access in Windows Defender, one of my desktop applications that uses a cloud location for file storage was blocked. That's fine, and that's what Defender is supposed to do.

However, this program has MANY MANY executable files and functions, so it's enormously time consuming to add them all. So, my question is:

is there any way to allow that program and all of its functions access or must I go through every single exe file and allow it access individually? (That means not only finding the exe files in the Programs Files (x86) directory for that program but also
sorting through all the myriad executables it has in the /Common Files directory as well.

Any suggestions?

 

Controlled Folder Access is off. Shouldn't this be on?

Suggestion to also read

• this article (ignore ads):
  How to Protect Your Files From Ransomware With Windows Defender’s New “Controlled Folder Access”
• and this thread:
  Controlled Folder Access Feature in Windows 10 Fall Creators Update Questions?
  

 

?? How do I PW protect Folders in windows

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Sharing files and folders overview You can share the files and folders stored on your computer, on a network, and on the Web. The method you choose depends on whom you want to share files with, and what computer they will use to access the files.

When you share files or folders, they are not as protected as they are when you do not share them. People with access to your computer or your network might be able to read, copy, or change files that are in a shared folder. You should always be aware that the files and folders that you share are available to other people and be sure to monitor your shared files and folders on a regular basis.

Important

If your computer is not joined to a domain, you can use the Network Setup Wizard to automatically turn file and printer sharing on or off. To start the Network Setup Wizard, click Start, click Control Panel, click Network and Internet Connections, and then click Network Setup Wizard.
If you both use the same computer

You can put the files you want to share in the Shared Documents folder. Files stored in the Shared Documents folder or its subfolders are always available to other users on your computer.

Step-by-step procedure
Note

If you are connected to a network domain, the Shared Documents, Shared Pictures, and Shared Music folders are not available.
If both computers are on the same network

You can share a folder or drive on your computer with others on the network. You can also control whether the files in the shared folder can be modified by other users.

If your computer is connected to a network domain, use this procedure:

Step-by-step procedure
If your computer is connected to a workgroup, use this procedure:

Step-by-step procedure
Note

If you are connected to a network domain, you will need to set the Access control for the folder or drive after sharing it. For more information, go to To set, view, change, or remove file and folder permissions.
If you want to share your files online

You can publish pictures and documents on the Web using the Web Publishing Wizard. The files will be stored in a private, online folder that you manage.

Step-by-step procedure

If you don't want others to access your files

You can prevent other users from accessing your folders and the files they contain. When your computer is connected to a domain, this is called setting permissions for your file or folder. When your computer is connected to a workgroup, this is called making your folders private.

If your computer is connected to a network domain, use this procedure:

Step-by-step procedure
If your computer is connected to a workgroup, use this procedure:

Step-by-step procedure

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