SecurityHealthService.exe process is trying to disable LSA PROTECTION.

Question

Hi,

SecurityHealthService.exe process is trying to disable LSA PROTECTION. This causes warnings on security products. What could be the reason for SecurityHealthService.exe to do this?

 

Answer 1

Hello,

The SecurityHealthService.exe process is part of the Windows Security Center, responsible for monitoring and reporting the security status of your system. However, it should not typically attempt to disable Local Security Authority (LSA) protection. Here are a few potential reasons why this might be happening:

Misconfiguration or Bug: There could be a misconfiguration or a bug in the Windows Security Center that is causing it to attempt to disable LSA protection.

Malware or Unauthorized Software: Sometimes, malware or unauthorized software can masquerade as legitimate processes like SecurityHealthService.exe to disable security features and compromise your system.

System Updates or Changes: Recent system updates or changes might have inadvertently affected the behavior of SecurityHealthService.exe.

To address this issue, you can try the following steps:

Run a Full System Scan: Use your antivirus software to run a full system scan and check for any malware or unauthorized software.

Check for Updates: Ensure that your Windows operating system and all security software are up to date.

Review System Logs: Check the Event Viewer for any logs related to SecurityHealthService.exe and LSA protection to identify any specific errors or warnings.

Have a nice day.

Best Regards,

Hania Lian

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