Windows 10: Smart Control App is blocking software

SCA is blocking wsl, wmic and other software and that's getting on my way. I try to keep windows up to date and when I run sfc scannow and dism... scanhealth they turn out good.

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Smart App Control blocked part of App

Hello RichardHornby1, welcome to the Microsoft community, I'll be happy to help you today;

I understand Smart App Control is blocking an app;

The only way to get the app running is to disable the Smart App Control feature;

If you want to disable the feature, see the link below:

https://www.lifewire.com/turn-on-off-smart-app-...

Disclaimer: There are links to non-Microsoft websites. The pages appear to provide accurate and secure information. Watch out for ads on websites that may advertise products that are often classified as PUPs (Potentially Unwanted Products). Thoroughly research any product advertised on websites before deciding to download and install it.

Note: if you disable this feature it will not be possible to enable it again, to reactivate it you will need to perform a new installation of the 22H2 version of Windows 11;

Hope this helps, see you soon!

 

Smart App Control





So I used Visual Studio to create simple Windows apps that will automate my work, and most of these consist of less than 1,000 lines of code.

I also made an app for my cousin that makes it easier for them to design menus and social media posters for their bakeshop, with few clicks. My apps were blocked right away by Windows 10's Smart Screen, but that's something that you can work your way around with.

But with Windows 11's implementation of Smart App Control, the only way to run my apps is by signing them.

And should I be worried about my apps getting blocked by Smart App Control? Does it block all unsigned apps?
Will it block programs that I debug in VS?
If yes, how can I use my own apps on my work computer running Windows 11?
I think Smart App Control is beneficial to those who don't know what they are doing on Windows; but for technical users; it will only get in our way.
For users who open, download, and double-click any malicious, executable attachment disguised as a Word document, Smart App Control is for them.

 

Smart App Control

Hi Taylor. I'm Greg, 10 years awarded Windows MVP, specializing in Installation, Performance, Troubleshooting and Activation, here to help you.

You can turn off Smart App Control as shown here:

https://websiteforstudents.com/how-to-turn-on-o...

https://www.ghacks.net/2022/03/07/smart-app-con...

For guidance on how Microsoft screens apps for Smart App Control see here:

https://support.microsoft.com/en-gb/topic/what-...

Feel free to ask back any questions. Based on the results you post back I may have other suggestions if necessary.

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Standard Disclaimer: There are links to non-Microsoft websites. The pages appear to be providing accurate, safe information. Watch out for ads on the sites that may advertise products frequently classified as a PUP (Potentially Unwanted Products). Thoroughly research any product advertised on the sites before you decide to download and install it.