How to Fix Windows Security Unexpected Error in Windows 11/10 [Guide]
How to Fix Windows Security Unexpected Error in Windows 11/10 [Guide]
Windows Defender, also called Windows Security, is a powerful antivirus program that is built in Windows 10 and 11. It can help to scan the entire operating system and protect the PC against malware and viruses in real-time.
Many Windows users have constantly been reporting that they have encountered the Unexpected error code when trying to use the Windows Defender. This error appears when they are going to the Virus & threat protection section with a message telling them that there are problems with the AV component. This error is typically encountered on Windows 10 and Windows 11.
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More and more Windows Defender users are reporting they can’t turn on Microsoft’s built-in antivirus program due to various errors, the most common being the Unexpected error. Sorry, we ran into a problem. Please try again
The error could be due to several reasons, and the long list of solutions can confuse many. But there are a few tried and tested ones that seem to work for most users, and we will be exploring these today.
Windows Security incorporates the Microsoft Defender antivirus utility. However, some users can’t select to run Microsoft Defender scans because of an error message that says: “Unexpected error. Sorry, we ran into a problem.” That “Unexpected error” message pops up for some users when they select the Virus & threat protection tab in Windows Security.
This tutorial will apply for computers, laptops, desktops, and tablets running the Windows 10 and Windows 11 operating systems (Home, Professional, Enterprise, Education) from all supported hardware manufactures, like Dell, HP, Acer, Asus, Toshiba, Lenovo, Alienware, Razer, MSI, Huawei , Microsoft Surface, and Samsung.