Windows 10: Virus & Malware - MS Defender

I have a problem with MS Defender updating. It shows weird error that it is not able to download update due to internet connection. I have internet connection always and i dont see that as a challenge while using heavy download.


Kindly suggest.

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virus and malware

Hi Zac,

Thank you for posting your query in Microsoft Community.

I understand the inconvenience you are facing currently. Let me help you in resolving the issue.

I would appreciate if you can provide us the following information to help us understand the issue better.

• Since when are you facing this issue?
• Did you make any changes in prior to this issue?
• What is the exact message you get on the screen?
• Have you installed or running any anti-virus software?
• Are you connect to a network?

As of now, I would recommend that you perform full system scan check if there is any virus or malware infections using Windows Defender.

Windows Defender is included with Windows and helps protect your PC against
malware (malicious software). Malware consists of viruses, spyware, and other potentially unwanted software. Malware can infect your PC without your knowledge: it might install itself from an email message, when you connect to the Internet, or when you
install certain apps using a USB flash drive, CD, DVD, or other removable media. Some malware can also be programmed to run at unexpected times, not only when it's installed.

Windows Defender helps keep malware from infecting your PC in two ways:

• 
  Providing real-time protection. Windows Defender notifies you and blocks malware that tries to install itself or run on your PC. It also notifies you when apps try to change important settings.
  
• 
  Providing anytime scanning options. Windows Defender automatically scans your PC for installed malware on a regular basis, but you can also start a scan whenever you want. Windows Defender automatically quarantines or removes anything that's
  detected during a scan. For more info about how to scan your PC using Windows Defender, see
  
  How do I find and remove a virus?
  

When you use Windows Defender, it's important to have up-to-date definitions. Definitions are files that act like an ever-growing encyclopedia of potential software threats. Windows Defender uses definitions to detect any malware and to notify you of potential
risks.

Hope the information helps. Keep us posted on Windows related queries and we will be happy to assist you further.

 

win 10 defender issues

Hi,

Windows Defender helps in making your computer secure from any viruses or malware. Listed below are some reasons why the program will not work properly:

• Software conflicts (usually cause with other anti-virus application)
• Virus and malware infection
• Corrupted system files

To help you with the issue, we suggest following the steps provided by
PrashantKumar96 on this thread
that can help in running your Windows Defender successfully.

Let us know if you have other concerns.

 

Rooted Malware, Virus, and Trojan Infection, Keylogger Trojan Malware

Hi,

Please click the link below and follow Stephen Boots' suggestion on how to remove Trojan virus on your computer:

• List of anti-malware product removal tools

Let us know if you need further assistance.