Windows PowerShell Process Causing High CPU usage on windows 10

Question

Dear Team,

Currently we face problem with Windows PowerShell Process Causing High CPU usage on windows 10 as snapshot.

Did you know what's source causing  and solutions to prevent this issue?

With regards,

        Vichet

Answer 1

Hello,

You told your version is 1803.

So I suggest you to install 1809 then we will explore furthermore if the issue persists

Answer 2

Hello,

1803 is obsolete ans Symantec protection may cause issues on W10.

Run a scan with your antivirus

Then

Follow the method below to upgrade to Windows 10 version 1809, current version.

Uninstall temporary but completely any third antivirus.

Clean your drive using cleanmgr command in admin mode.

Install Windows 10 version 1809 by downloading it from this page

https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/software-downlo...

Answer 3

Anyway, I suggest you uninstall temporarly Symantec and I'm sure you will see CPU usage decrease

Answer 4

Hello,

1803 is obsolete ans Symantec protection may cause issues on W10.

Run a scan with your antivirus

Then

Follow the method below to upgrade to Windows 10 version 1809, current version.

Uninstall temporary but completely any third antivirus.

Clean your drive using cleanmgr command in admin mode.

Install Windows 10 version 1809 by downloading it from this page

https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/software-downlo...

Dear Patricia.Guenot,
This issue is happening all of windows 10 version 1803 and 1809.
Regards,
Vichet