Windows 10: Windows Defender not working

Discus and support Windows Defender not working in AntiVirus, Firewalls and System Security to solve the problem; Windows Defender not working - Error message "Your IT Administrator has limited access to some areas of this app....". Private laptop, not on a... Discussion in 'AntiVirus, Firewalls and System Security' started by ChrisViljoen, Sep 19, 2018.

  1. Windows Defender not working


    Windows Defender not working - Error message "Your IT Administrator has limited access to some areas of this app....".

    Private laptop, not on a network, No other AV software installed etc. etc.

    Cannot initiate any scan

    Cannot change any settings within Windows Security Centre.

    Windows Updates download but fail to install.

    Docs downloaded off any browser cannot be opened - error message "Failed - Virus scan failed"

    I've read 1000000 posts on Windows forums with the same problem. ANY SOLUTION MICROSOFT?????????

    :)
     
    ChrisViljoen, Sep 19, 2018
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  2. Windows Defender Not Working in Windows 10

    Hi,

    Thank you for using Windows 10.

    Sorry for the delayed reply. I suggest you to Set Windows Defender to Automatic - You can set the Windows Defender service to Automatic, Disabled or Manual. Setting it to automatic might solve the problem. Follow these
    steps:

    • Click Start > type services in the Search box > click Services in the Programs list.
    • Search for Windows defender.
    • Double-click Windows Defender, and click Automatic in the start-up box > click OK.
    Also, follow the below mentioned steps and check:

    • Open the Task manager. Here’s a tip: Press CTRL+Shift+ESC.
    • Click File > Run New Task
    • Make sure you have a check mark beside “Create this task with administrative privileges”
    • Type CMD
    • Type the following 2 commands at the CMD prompt:

      dism /online /cleanup-image /restorehealth

      sfc /scannow

    • Close the CMD window
    Keep us posted on the status of the issue and we’ll be glad to help.
     
    Navneet Anand, Sep 19, 2018
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    The tutorials provided are just a list of troubleshooting steps. Use only the steps which apply to you.

    Since none of the troubleshooting steps here worked, I'd suggest you do a Clean install.

    John
     
    AmericanPharaoh, Sep 19, 2018
    #3
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    Windows Defender not working

    Unlocked Realtek HD Audio Drivers Windows 7 & 8 (With Dolby Digital Live and DTS Interactive)

    DTS supported natively by Windows 8/8.1 and it should work on windows 10 too just DDL require to unlock your driver .
     
    Monk.e83, Sep 19, 2018
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