Windows Defender exploit protection

Question

Hello,

After browsing the Windows Defender options (i had just fully scanned my PC) I noticed the windows exploit protection settings. Having seen the information on there that does not seem to be intended for the average user i checked that my assumption was correct on some articles online. 

However, I did notice that some of the settings and headings were completely different on my screen to the pictures in the article. All my settings are off by default and headings that should describe system settings/program settings are completely different. There are also random characters where there should be clear labels. 

The screenshot attached here shows what i am seeing, i wanted to know if the settings and labels is correct as the reason for the scan in the first place was a scam popup whilst browsing.

Additionally, are there any settings that should be turned on?

Thank you kindly

Answer 1

You said that the headings were all messed up and there were random characters on the Windows Defender control panel. This means serious corruption that must be repaired. I gave you the steps to do this fully.

Answer 2

Thank you for your response,

I updated Windows yesterday, i am only querying as to whether my settings are correct or not and if i should change the settings - not to update or reinstall windows as everything else runs correctly.

Otherwise i would not know if anything fixed it, as i would not know if it was correct or not!

Answer 3

Hello . I'm Greg, an 8 year Microsoft Windows MVP, here to help you.

1. Please work through this Checklist to make sure the install is set up correctly, optimized for best performance, and any needed repairs are done: http://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/wiki...
2. If any steps cannot be performed then try whichever method works to enter Safe Mode with Networking which may work better to perform the steps: http://www.pcworld.com/article/2984712/windows/...
3. If no Safe Mode, from the Advanced Startup Options use the Command Prompt at boot to run the Repair Commands in the Checklist: https://www.tenforums.com/tutorials/2294-advanc...
4. If nothing else works then you can reinstall Windows while keeping your files, programs and most settings by running a Repair Upgrade. Install the Media Creation Tool from this link, choose Upgrade Now, follow the prompts: http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-10/m.... If this doesn't help, do it over and choose to Save Nothing, which comes close to a Clean Install but doesn't clear the hard drive to get it cleanest.

The Repair Upgrade in Step 3 will also update you to the latest Fall Creators Version 1709 (which you need anyway) f you don't yet have it, and by the most stable method.

4. Or you can create the bootable media to do the gold standard Clean Install in this link, which compiles the best possible install of Windows 10 that will stay that way as long as you stick with the tools and methods given: http://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/wiki...
5. There is also an automated Refresh which reinstalls Windows while leaving out the factory bloatware that throttles Windows and causes endless issues, lets you save your files. https://www.howtogeek.com/265054/how-to-easily-...

Feel free to ask back any questions and let me know how it goes. I'll keep working with you until it's resolved.

Answer 4

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