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Prevent Administrators from adding Exclusions in Windows Defender

Prevent Administrators from adding Exclusions in Windows Defender. This will need to be implemented across all Windows Server Operating Systems (different versions.) Even an administrator should not be able to update the Windows Defender exclusions.

Windows 10 Security
Windows 10 Security
Windows 10: A Microsoft operating system that runs on personal computers and tablets.Security: The precautions taken to guard against crime, attack, sabotage, espionage, or another threat.
2,754 questions
asked 2024-04-02T18:40:43.18+00:00
Carlo Du Plessis 0 Reputation points
commented 2024-04-26T14:29:52.6233333+00:00
Wesley Li 4,740 Reputation points
1 answer

Windows Defender keeps losing ASRs deployed by Intune

Hi all, for the whole last week, I have a very strange and recurring problem. Environment: Location EU0501, most devices HAADJ, some devices autopiloted entra only, Windows 10 and 11 on 22H2 or 23H2, Patchlevel 2024-02 or 2024-03 - so up to date. hybrid…

Windows
Windows
A family of Microsoft operating systems that run across personal computers, tablets, laptops, phones, internet of things devices, self-contained mixed reality headsets, large collaboration screens, and other devices.
4,746 questions
Windows 10 Security
Windows 10 Security
Windows 10: A Microsoft operating system that runs on personal computers and tablets.Security: The precautions taken to guard against crime, attack, sabotage, espionage, or another threat.
2,754 questions
Microsoft Intune Security
Microsoft Intune Security
Microsoft Intune: A Microsoft cloud-based management solution that offers mobile device management, mobile application management, and PC management capabilities.Security: The precautions taken to guard against crime, attack, sabotage, espionage, or another threat.
333 questions
asked 2024-03-25T08:09:28.5733333+00:00
AndAuf 16 Reputation points
edited a comment 2024-04-26T13:17:51.62+00:00
Brandon C 6 Reputation points
2 answers One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

How to run windows defender when i think i have a virus

How do I run windows antivirus software when it appears that I have a virus?

Windows 10 Security
Windows 10 Security
Windows 10: A Microsoft operating system that runs on personal computers and tablets.Security: The precautions taken to guard against crime, attack, sabotage, espionage, or another threat.
2,754 questions
asked 2024-04-24T11:24:43.1066667+00:00
Tim McDermott 20 Reputation points
accepted 2024-04-26T11:33:31.99+00:00
Tim McDermott 20 Reputation points
1 answer

even though the user was password less, I couldn’t sign in to the account. When I sign in, it tells me ‘New user’ and then returns to the same sign-in page without allowing access.

after making my account password less, I try to login again. while try to login it was went to sing in page, but after clicking the sing in button also the user was not able to sing into the window. email=123nls456@gmail.com laptop model = dell…

Windows 10
Windows 10
A Microsoft operating system that runs on personal computers and tablets.
10,617 questions
Windows 10 Security
Windows 10 Security
Windows 10: A Microsoft operating system that runs on personal computers and tablets.Security: The precautions taken to guard against crime, attack, sabotage, espionage, or another threat.
2,754 questions
asked 2024-04-05T18:47:39.6066667+00:00
Naveen Kumar 0 Reputation points
commented 2024-04-26T08:55:18.5566667+00:00
Daisy Zhou 18,701 Reputation points Microsoft Vendor
2 answers

I'm unable to connect to my Python HTTP server, ssh etc from the local wifi networks, vmware networks, virtualbox networks. But i can connect through 127.0.0.1

I'm using Windows 11 pro. I tried adding inbound rules Permission to applications Allowing the edge access Turning off the windows defender completely But still, I'm unable to connect to my Python HTTP server, ssh etc from…

Windows 10 Security
Windows 10 Security
Windows 10: A Microsoft operating system that runs on personal computers and tablets.Security: The precautions taken to guard against crime, attack, sabotage, espionage, or another threat.
2,754 questions
asked 2022-08-26T00:15:46.387+00:00
LexiLominite 1 Reputation point
answered 2024-04-26T05:01:34.34+00:00
LexiLominite 1 Reputation point
1 answer

Cannot add phone number to my new email, it says use different alias

When I try adding my number to my new email, it says I cannot use this alias. I even deleted the number from this account and it still says it. When I try adding it back to this alias, it still says I cannot use this alias. My number can't be on any…

Windows 10 Security
Windows 10 Security
Windows 10: A Microsoft operating system that runs on personal computers and tablets.Security: The precautions taken to guard against crime, attack, sabotage, espionage, or another threat.
2,754 questions
asked 2024-04-23T23:47:44.9633333+00:00
Wilbert Nikolaus 0 Reputation points
edited the question 2024-04-25T16:05:09.08+00:00
Richard Hay 1,231 Reputation points Microsoft Employee
0 answers

I installed this app called MEmu.

Yes, I installed this app called MEmu an after the app was installed the app indicated that it had to update windows and I would have to restart my computer which I did. After I restarted Windows 10, and I restarted the app with Windows Firewall…

Windows 10 Security
Windows 10 Security
Windows 10: A Microsoft operating system that runs on personal computers and tablets.Security: The precautions taken to guard against crime, attack, sabotage, espionage, or another threat.
2,754 questions
asked 2024-04-25T15:49:34.39+00:00
Gamer1372 0 Reputation points
1 answer

File permissions issue for files downloaded from internet / synchronized by OneDrive

I am trying to backup several different Windows computers to a single Windows computer by sharing the drives of the target computers and accessing them from the backup computer. But I am running into a file access permission issue.   Setup: The target…

Windows
Windows
A family of Microsoft operating systems that run across personal computers, tablets, laptops, phones, internet of things devices, self-contained mixed reality headsets, large collaboration screens, and other devices.
4,746 questions
OneDrive Management
OneDrive Management
OneDrive: A Microsoft file hosting and synchronization service.Management: The act or process of organizing, handling, directing or controlling something.
1,121 questions
Windows 10 Security
Windows 10 Security
Windows 10: A Microsoft operating system that runs on personal computers and tablets.Security: The precautions taken to guard against crime, attack, sabotage, espionage, or another threat.
2,754 questions
asked 2023-06-07T08:05:27.0633333+00:00
Ronak 1 Reputation point
commented 2024-04-25T09:35:06.43+00:00
Bas de Ridder 0 Reputation points
25 answers

Message says "The Microsoft account doesn't exist. Enter a different account or get a new one."

I am trying to sign in to a new computer using my Microsoft account. I know the account is valid because it is the same one I am using in this forum. But, I get a message saying "The Microsoft account doesn't exist. Enter a different account or get…

Windows 10 Security
Windows 10 Security
Windows 10: A Microsoft operating system that runs on personal computers and tablets.Security: The precautions taken to guard against crime, attack, sabotage, espionage, or another threat.
2,754 questions
asked 2021-04-07T23:57:25.717+00:00
S. Lenear 81 Reputation points
commented 2024-04-25T00:13:20.19+00:00
Victor Gonzalez 0 Reputation points
0 answers

How to fix RDR_FILE_SYSTEM errors relating to MsSense.exe

I wonder if anybody can assist in identifying what is the true cause to my minidumps and how to resolve. As for now I've be looking at associated errors relating to rdbss.sys and graphic…

Windows 10 Security
Windows 10 Security
Windows 10: A Microsoft operating system that runs on personal computers and tablets.Security: The precautions taken to guard against crime, attack, sabotage, espionage, or another threat.
2,754 questions
asked 2024-04-24T15:23:11.0533333+00:00
Stojsavljevic Branko 5 Reputation points
3 answers

Turn on App & browser control via Group Policy or the registry

I asked this question in the Microsoft Community and was directed to ask it here. In the latest version of Windows 10 Pro (20H2 at the moment), is there a way to turn on App & browser control via LOCAL Group Policy or the registry? I need…

Windows
Windows
A family of Microsoft operating systems that run across personal computers, tablets, laptops, phones, internet of things devices, self-contained mixed reality headsets, large collaboration screens, and other devices.
4,746 questions
Windows 10 Security
Windows 10 Security
Windows 10: A Microsoft operating system that runs on personal computers and tablets.Security: The precautions taken to guard against crime, attack, sabotage, espionage, or another threat.
2,754 questions
asked 2022-10-26T13:52:50.327+00:00
Robert Colson 11 Reputation points
commented 2024-04-24T10:08:20.0833333+00:00
Mike 0 Reputation points
1 answer One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

Custom detection in MDE

I am trying to create Custom Detection in Microsoft Security Center where my query has multiple Join and summarize statements. Whenever I am running query its providing results but after saving in Custom Detection form and under its results section its…

Microsoft 365
Microsoft 365
Formerly Office 365, is a line of subscription services offered by Microsoft which adds to and includes the Microsoft Office product line.
3,785 questions
Windows 10 Security
Windows 10 Security
Windows 10: A Microsoft operating system that runs on personal computers and tablets.Security: The precautions taken to guard against crime, attack, sabotage, espionage, or another threat.
2,754 questions
Microsoft Defender for Cloud
Microsoft Defender for Cloud
An Azure service that provides threat protection for workloads running in Azure, on-premises, and in other clouds. Previously known as Azure Security Center and Azure Defender.
1,194 questions
asked 2024-04-23T12:01:01.1433333+00:00
Ankush Kumar 35 Reputation points
accepted 2024-04-24T07:49:17.5166667+00:00
Ankush Kumar 35 Reputation points
1 answer

Is there a way to upgrade from Windows 10 to Windows 11 in Azure Virtual Machine?

We have Virtual Machine having Windows 10 22H2. We require to upgrade from Windows 10 to Windows 11 inside a Virtual Machine. As Windows 10 will no longer be supported after October 2025

Windows 10
Windows 10
A Microsoft operating system that runs on personal computers and tablets.
10,617 questions
Windows 10 Security
Windows 10 Security
Windows 10: A Microsoft operating system that runs on personal computers and tablets.Security: The precautions taken to guard against crime, attack, sabotage, espionage, or another threat.
2,754 questions
asked 2024-04-24T03:41:19.55+00:00
Harvey Yu 0 Reputation points
answered 2024-04-24T06:21:31.0933333+00:00
Hania Lian 7,786 Reputation points Microsoft Vendor
3 answers

Microsoft Defender : eicar file.test file not detecting in Ubuntu > Not detecting virus

Hi Team, I have installed Microsoft defender in Ubuntu OS, I download many eicar file.test into Ubuntu OS and scanning the full system by using command mdatp scan full, the system scanning the directory but not detecting the eicar virus file. However…

Windows 10 Security
Windows 10 Security
Windows 10: A Microsoft operating system that runs on personal computers and tablets.Security: The precautions taken to guard against crime, attack, sabotage, espionage, or another threat.
2,754 questions
asked 2021-03-05T13:22:06.837+00:00
Amit Badgujar 21 Reputation points
answered 2024-04-23T20:05:19.83+00:00
Djordje Novakovic 626 Reputation points
4 answers

How to get rid of the Windows Firewall Notification

Hi all, I disabled the Windows Defender Firewall for my lab system due to the system requirement. However the notification always pop up and i noticed that if the user accidentally clicked it, the firewall will eventually get turned back ON. …

Windows 10 Security
Windows 10 Security
Windows 10: A Microsoft operating system that runs on personal computers and tablets.Security: The precautions taken to guard against crime, attack, sabotage, espionage, or another threat.
2,754 questions
asked 2022-10-10T09:56:50.777+00:00
Brian890504 31 Reputation points
answered 2024-04-23T15:31:44.97+00:00
Malcolm Katzenberger 0 Reputation points
5 answers

TEAP GPO on Windows 10

Hello everyone, Let me explain my issue. I configured a GPO to apply 802.3x "settings" (Computer Configuration, Policies, Windows Settings, Security Settings, Wired Network (IEEE 802.3) Policies with "Microsoft: EAP-TEAP" as a Network…

Windows
Windows
A family of Microsoft operating systems that run across personal computers, tablets, laptops, phones, internet of things devices, self-contained mixed reality headsets, large collaboration screens, and other devices.
4,746 questions
Windows 10 Network
Windows 10 Network
Windows 10: A Microsoft operating system that runs on personal computers and tablets.Network: A group of devices that communicate either wirelessly or via a physical connection.
2,272 questions
Windows 10 Security
Windows 10 Security
Windows 10: A Microsoft operating system that runs on personal computers and tablets.Security: The precautions taken to guard against crime, attack, sabotage, espionage, or another threat.
2,754 questions
asked 2023-07-02T17:25:12.1633333+00:00
Andrea Gaviraghi 106 Reputation points
commented 2024-04-23T08:46:45.0766667+00:00
JP 10 Reputation points
1 answer

I would prefer to collect data in some sort of browser-based form. How do I present it to the user and lock them out of Windows until it has been submitted?

I would like for the user to be given a form in Windows at the beginning of his or her login session on a computer in the office. It should be impossible to use the computer without filling out and submitting this form.

Windows 10
Windows 10
A Microsoft operating system that runs on personal computers and tablets.
10,617 questions
Windows 10 Security
Windows 10 Security
Windows 10: A Microsoft operating system that runs on personal computers and tablets.Security: The precautions taken to guard against crime, attack, sabotage, espionage, or another threat.
2,754 questions
asked 2024-04-22T09:21:22.18+00:00
Samer Jihad Slim (IT Dept) 0 Reputation points
commented 2024-04-23T07:41:30.53+00:00
Samer Jihad Slim (IT Dept) 0 Reputation points
1 answer

BGinfo silent mode not working

Dear Support, I have downloaded the latest version of BGinfo and applied the custom settings. The preview mode is working fine; I can see the hostname and IP address in the right-bottom corner. However, when I run the batch file…

Windows 10
Windows 10
A Microsoft operating system that runs on personal computers and tablets.
10,617 questions
Windows 10 Compatibility
Windows 10 Compatibility
Windows 10: A Microsoft operating system that runs on personal computers and tablets.Compatibility: The extent to which hardware or software adheres to an accepted standard.
455 questions
Windows 10 Hardware Performance
Windows 10 Hardware Performance
Windows 10: A Microsoft operating system that runs on personal computers and tablets.Hardware Performance: Delivering / providing hardware or hardware systems or adjusting / adapting hardware or hardware systems.
94 questions
Windows 10 Security
Windows 10 Security
Windows 10: A Microsoft operating system that runs on personal computers and tablets.Security: The precautions taken to guard against crime, attack, sabotage, espionage, or another threat.
2,754 questions
Sysinternals
Sysinternals
Advanced system utilities to manage, troubleshoot, and diagnose Windows and Linux systems and applications.
1,087 questions
asked 2024-01-25T17:37:54.79+00:00
Muneer Jahangeer 46 Reputation points
answered 2024-04-22T01:01:38.74+00:00
S.Sengupta 15,111 Reputation points MVP
1 answer

Can I lock apps downloaded from Microsoft Store for user account in Windows 10/ 11?

Hi, I have downloaded some apps like games from Microsoft Store in Windows 10/ 11 for user account. Please let me know, can I use lock for those apps? If it can be done without using third-party software, please let me know. If it can be…

Windows 10
Windows 10
A Microsoft operating system that runs on personal computers and tablets.
10,617 questions
Windows 10 Security
Windows 10 Security
Windows 10: A Microsoft operating system that runs on personal computers and tablets.Security: The precautions taken to guard against crime, attack, sabotage, espionage, or another threat.
2,754 questions
Windows 11
Windows 11
A Microsoft operating system designed for productivity, creativity, and ease of use.
8,164 questions
asked 2022-09-01T17:39:05.213+00:00
NndnG 1,101 Reputation points
commented 2024-04-20T10:58:43.94+00:00
Mohd Salman 0 Reputation points
6 answers

Birthday attacks against TLS ciphers with 64bit (Sweet32)

How to disable below vulnerability for TLS1.2 in Windows 10? QID: 38657 THREAT: Legacy block ciphers having block size of 64 bits are vulnerable to a practical collision attack when used in CBC mode. All versions of SSL/TLS protocol…

Windows 10 Security
Windows 10 Security
Windows 10: A Microsoft operating system that runs on personal computers and tablets.Security: The precautions taken to guard against crime, attack, sabotage, espionage, or another threat.
2,754 questions
asked 2021-07-22T15:54:22.563+00:00
Gangi Reddy 71 Reputation points
edited a comment 2024-04-19T10:49:03.12+00:00
OKVIP OK VIP 20 Reputation points