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MsMpEng.exe is causing 100% CPU usage.

Anonymous
2021-07-21T14:50:24+00:00

I am using windows defender antivirus. Windows Defender's Antimalware Service MsMpEng.exe is Causing high (100% or almost 100%) CPU usage. please tell me how to get rid of that problem.

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  1. Sumit D - IA 169.5K Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2021-07-21T15:30:19+00:00

    Hi Deepak,

    I am Sumit, an Independent Advisor here to assist you.

    Likely a scan in the background is running.

    Are you using another antivirus program?

    https://www.techcrises.com/windows-10/msmpeng-e...

    https://www.widgetbox.com/msmpeng-exe-high-cpu/

    Standard 3rd party link disclaimer:

    There may be links to non-Microsoft websites that would provide accurate and safe information. Watch out for ads on the websites which are frequently classified as a PUP (Potentially Unwanted Products). There is no need to buy paid products to fix your computers as they do more harm than good sometimes.

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