Windows 10: virus and spyware definitions couldn't be updated

Discus and support virus and spyware definitions couldn't be updated in Windows 10 Installation and Upgrade to solve the problem; help me pls https://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/forum/all/virus-and-spyware-definitions-couldnt-be-updated/5550d650-f2a8-4f2c-a095-95913a81f68b Discussion in 'Windows 10 Installation and Upgrade' started by Long Trường, Jun 30, 2025 at 4:02 AM.

  1. LONG TRườNG
    Long Trường Win User

    virus and spyware definitions couldn't be updated


    help me pls

    :)
     
    Long Trường, Jun 30, 2025 at 4:02 AM
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  2. RHINA VIB
    Rhina Vib Win User

    Virus and spyware definitions couldn't be updated.

    Hi Ogunmola,

    There are several possible reasons why you are unable to update your virus and spyware definitions in Windows 10. The most common cause is internet connectivity. If you are online, it can be caused by conflicts with the settings in Windows Internet Explorer.

    For us to better assist you with this concern, we need to ask a few questions:

    • Were there any changes made prior to this issue?
    • Are there issues with the internet connection?
    • Are you getting any error messages? Can you send a screenshot?
    • What troubleshooting steps have you tried so far?

    For steps to help resolve this issue with updating the virus and spyware definitions, you can refer to
    Giridhar J's post on this
    link    .

    Looking forward to your reply.

    Thank you.
     
    Rhina Vib, Jun 30, 2025 at 4:03 AM
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  3. DEEMACJ
    DeemacJ Win User
    virus and spyware definition couldnot be updated

    I have same problem when trying to update Defender.

    Keep getting the message "Virus and spyware definitions couldn't be updated"

    Any suggestions?
     
    DeemacJ, Jun 30, 2025 at 4:03 AM
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  4. CHATTERJEEA
    Chatterjeea Win User

    virus and spyware definitions couldn't be updated

    Updation of Virus & Spyware definitions

    Virus & Spyware definitions didn't update because of an internet or connectivity problem.

    It is showing when I am going to update Virus & Spyware definitions. But there is no problem of connectivity or Internet. Real time protection is on & unable to update Virus & Spyware definitions.

    Please guide to resolve the problem.
     
    Chatterjeea, Jun 30, 2025 at 4:03 AM
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