Windows 10: protection update failed

Discus and support protection update failed in Windows 10 Software and Apps to solve the problem; Today, I attempted to run the security protection update to check for any new patches or updates from Microsoft. However, I encountered an error, which... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Software and Apps' started by Zunayed Eshan1, May 26, 2025.

  1. protection update failed


    Today, I attempted to run the security protection update to check for any new patches or updates from Microsoft. However, I encountered an error, which is depicted in the picture I'll upload. I'm also curious if this issue is somehow linked to Windows Update, as it's asking me to update Windows to a newer version despite running Windows 11 22H2 which is strange because even Windows 10 22h2 hasn't reached its end of service yet. so how did windows 11 22h2 reach its end of service? Noteprotection update failed :Didnt try anything yet to solve this came here directly

    :)
     
    Zunayed Eshan1, May 26, 2025
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  2. Windows 10 fails to update


    When you finish testing the Avast suggestion, make sure that you restart your machine.

    Then if the issue persists, please return to the trouble shooting list in post# 89

    I think there are three steps that remain; the WU troubleshooter, reset WU components, and manual WU reset.
     
    Slartybart, May 26, 2025
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  3. chideock Win User
    KB4025339 Fails Install 0x80070564

    Thanks
    I am trying Eagle 51's suggestions now. Windows Update troubleshooter found a bunch of errors and fixed all but one.The update is trying to download KB4025339 again. I'll see what happens. At step one troubleshooter finishes with one error unresolved "Potential Windows Update Database Error Detected-Not Fixed". Windows update stalled at 0%.

    At step 2 same troubleshooter error. The KB finished a new download failed to install.
    Did step 3 KB has downloaded but fails to install.

    If Eagle's suggestion doesn't work I'll try EdTittel's suggestion

    Tried bothe Eagle & Ed 's suggestions - do not work. Anyone else?

    I have noticed that the latest update for my nvidia drivers has failed to update. Wondering about that!
     
    chideock, May 26, 2025
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  4. Ramon Imp Win User

    protection update failed

    Failed updates

    Hi Lozo,

    There are several possible reasons why Windows Updates are failing such as system file corruption or software conflict. For us to effectively assist you with your concern, we would like to know the following:

    • Are there error messages associated with the failed updates?
    • What's the result of the Windows Update Troubleshooter? Did it detect any issues?
    • What troubleshooting steps have you tried so far? This is to prevent us from providing the same steps.

    In the meantime, we recommend that you check this
    page
    and follow the instructions on how to troubleshoot Windows Update issues. If you've already tried some of the suggested steps in the article, you can skip those and proceed to the next one.

    Keep us posted and we'll be willing to assist you further.
     
    Ramon Imp, May 26, 2025
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