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Virus and Threat protection cannot be enabled
by Guest yn ah- 0 replies
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so basically i installed something and it had a malware in it . i tired many ways removing it but nothin seemed to work so i reset my pc with a fresh start . and everything seemed to work until i was unable to access virus and threat protection Continue reading...
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Possibility of infecting a virus
by Guest BuddhikaSadun- 0 replies
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I decided to format my pc because of malware infection.If i create iso file to create a bootable USB on same machine, can the malware enter into the bootable USB and infect into machine that I am going to install windows after disk format ?? Continue reading...
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Why does Microsoft Security stop in the middle of the full scan?
by Guest MarkTiede- 0 replies
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I started a full scan. It ran about 30 minutes and scanned some 8,000,000 files, was about 1/2 way on the progress bar. And then did do anything anymore for about 4 hours.Any ideas? Continue reading...
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Win32/Coinminer
by Guest rrr10- 0 replies
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Few days ago i downloaded a file (game) but I think it had virus. So after installing it till now windows defender finds a threat basically when I on the system. Its Win32/Coinminer. I did the full scan in windows defender quite a few time but it doesn't,find a threat almost all the time. I also did MRT scan, it didn't found any threat. But whenever I start my Laptop I get a notification from windows defender that a threat have been found. Also whenever I start my laptop I get a pop up from windows script host (attached picture). So how to completely remove this virus and also like stop this Continue reading...
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This threat VirTool:Win32/DefenderTamperingRestore in bios or boot sector how to remove from bios
by Guest Rajyadav_224- 0 replies
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I think this threat is on my pc bios beacuse every time window defender remove this but I restart pc they come back so can you tell me I how to scan bios or how to remove virus from bios or boot sector Continue reading...
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Something wrong with windows defender
by Guest Un Complete- 0 replies
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Hi:I don't know what happened to my windows defender suddenly found the icons inside the program has changedto rectangular shape anyone know about that. Continue reading...
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corrupt web defender
by Guest Dipperyop- 0 replies
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I was scammed yesterday by a hacker using web defender. When I called the toll free number I was connected to a person who was phishing for information on my laptop. He installed an app called Ultraview and told me my IP address was being using by at least 18 other people primarily to access **** sites. Very disturbing. He said i used my cell phone to authorize a charge of $46,000 and wanted to created a duplicate so that the hackers could be tracked. I eventually hung up by this was a very bad experience with what I thought was Web Defender!! Continue reading...
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How to complete remediation? Also how to reassure security of computer?
by Guest EverydayGuy0- 0 replies
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I've done quick scan and full scan at least 2-3 times now on windows defender, and ran offline scan. I also downloaded malwarebyte and scanned my computer twice. I even used a system restore point from 4 days ago. I just want to be completely sure that I am at no risk of any malware now, and see if I can complete this remediation. Continue reading...
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Scheduled scan time not working
by Guest Quallensaft- 0 replies
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Anyone can help with the problem? Or know this problem?- the Defender on our clients is managed via Microsoft Defender for Endpoint Baseline (MDM)- Baseline is working with all settings on the clients, no errors on client or with rolling out the BaselineProblem is the scheduled scan time (set to 1PM) is not working.All clients are doing daily quick scans, but the most client 3PM - 4PM, some 1PM-2PM...Seems complete random and definitely not working as planned in the policy. Continue reading...
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McAfee security pop-up.
by Guest LizMirzaian- 0 replies
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I have a MS Surface Pro 3. I get a McAfee pop-up throughout every day telling me my computer is unprotected. What do I need to do, or how can I get rid of it? Continue reading...
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I can not see my Windows Defender settings, I need help!
by Guest Samo Alabbas- 0 replies
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Hello, I noticed that I can not see my Windows Defender settings, I've read some articles and they said the issue was from malware softwares like Mcafee and other apps, But I do not even have Mcafee or any malware softwares.When i try to access the Windows Defender through the settings app, this is the only thing i see:However, When I access Windows Defender Settings through the windows search bar, I get this message:Overall, I don't know what's causing this issue, there might be a hiding app that's protecting my PC but how can i know which software it is? Continue reading...
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Does Windows 11 with TPM prevent boot loaders?
by Guest MarkTiede- 0 replies
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I did something bad with my router and I think I might have been hacked. Trying to assess and decide how to proceed.It used to be that malware could get into the boot process somehow and you could only get it fixed in safe mode or some such. It that still the case? Or if I do a reinstall Windows without losing data, would it fix such problems if boot record is still an issue on 11? Continue reading...
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Windows Defender can't delete a Potentially Unwanted App
by Guest Arpit Singh Gautam- 0 replies
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I have Deleted the files. from download folder and the temp folder but still the status is showing active. and in actions there is no option to delete it. Continue reading...
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CCleaner and CCleaner Browser - Privacy and PC Health
by Guest Sheridan P.- 0 replies
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Greetings,I've been using CCleaner from time to time and was wondering if this is a good idea in terms of privacy and the health of my PC. I've found mixed advice on CCleaner, some appraising as a wonderful piece of software and others downright calling it malware. I've never used the registry which I've read is not a good idea, only the Health Check and Custom Clean.I've also been using their CCleaner Browser and was wondering if it's also good to use in terms of privacy on the web.I just want to make sure that CCleaner and it's browser aren't evading my privacy, collecting my data or trackin Continue reading...
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Cant enable real-time protection no matter how much I click it
by Guest David Bettle- 0 replies
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I tried clicking it many times, did not work.Now I tried starting the security service by using services.mscThis is what I got Please send help as soon as possible. Continue reading...
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No boot
by Guest ihatepink- 0 replies
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My laptop hasn't been booting since April of this year.It started with Google Chrome crashing right after I opened it, then automatic repairs, then eventually those led to a black screen after it showed my manufacturer screen then the windows 10 screen.Back in May & June, when I made this community account and put up a question, I could open the advanced options and recovery screen, I tried everything. My laptop no longer boots, same road - manufacturer screen, then windows, then black screen. That black screen turns a purple shade from the wallpaper my laptop has, if I leave it for too lo Continue reading...
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Krnl and JJsploit shouldn't be blocked constantly (Windows 10 and 11)
by Guest ItsMeSarab36- 0 replies
- 45 views
They aren't virus/malware/ransomware and trusted by pretty much everyone, just give them admin and nothing will happen Continue reading...
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odd quick links. hacker?
by Guest deadlysciles- 0 replies
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Why are there esports and cars for sale in my quick links if I've never visited these sights (besides when I found them in my quick links and was trying to investigate what they were?Is this a hacker? McAfee and Microsoft antivirus both says I do not have a virus but I still don't feel safe. Continue reading...
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Obvious Virus / Malware But Can Not Resolve
by Guest YellowCakeFireworks- 0 replies
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It's pretty obvious that I have a virus or malware that has gone undetected. I have used built in Windows 10 Security & McAfee and both full security scans / offline scans would complete without detecting anything suspicious. Until recently. I have been having Windows Security picking up a potential hijack (I can't recall what it said because I do not have access to that information anymore). I have gone through all of the options in the start actions dialog, but this thing keeps coming back. At first it would not quarantine, remove, clean or otherwise. But then after a few days it b Continue reading...
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I just allowed an app that I think might be malicious through Windows Firewall, it was a complete oversight I just kind of pressed the allow button with zero thought. I've already removed all iterations of the app from the firewall using the allow an app through windows firewall program, but I'm worried if it will still affect my network, and if it was already too late by the time I had removed it from the firewall (I removed it a couple minutes after allowing it). Sort of panicking right now as I don't want to just completely destroy my network and all the devices on it. Is there any way if I Continue reading...
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Virus And Spyware Definitions Update Issue
by Guest Moses Kelechi- 0 replies
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I am trying to update the virus and spyware definitions of my Dad's laptop but it is stuck at a particular point. It reads that it is downloading but has not moved from the point where it is currently in. Please, I would appreciate any help I can get, thank you. Continue reading...
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How to delete permanent this thread virtool:win32/defendertamperingrestore
by Guest Rajyadav_224- 0 replies
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Hi sir virtool:win32/defendertamperingrestore this thread come my pc I don't know and I don't download any app and I don't click on any dangerous website but this thread come my pc and I quick scan in window defender and I remeve this thread but this thread come back and I anytime quick scan to this thread is found and I remove but is come back please help me how to Remove this permanent please reply me fast Continue reading...
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MSE and Screensaver Enabled:Answered
by Guest Shopper1- 0 replies
- 60 views
Q: Is the functionality of a Microsoft Security Essentials full virus scan affected if a screensaver is enabled during the process?A:Q: Within MSE, is there an option to view virus scan specs or does it involve accessing a folder?A:Thank You. Continue reading...
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Camera stopped working
by Guest Allen Hanzel- 0 replies
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a day before this, the camera was fine and working. I checked troubleshoot - ran diagnostics, resetting the camera, switching the camera turn on and off, apps that are allowed to access camera. none of these solved the problem.. but today it doesn't work, when i turn on camera with any app, the light turns on but it doesn't capture or showing display that it worksso i'm not so sure the source of the problem. But there was such worst scenario a day before this, someone from discord chatted me with giving death threats, mentioned my close friend's name, knows the city where i live, and most impo Continue reading...
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HackTool:Win32/Aicat.A!ml gefunden aber ich kann es nicht entfernen, was tun?
by Guest JustinRichter1- 0 replies
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Ich habe diesen Virus gefunden und kann ihn in Windows Defender nicht entfernen! Continue reading...