Cannot enable Microsoft Defender or the Security Center

Question

Hello,

I had an IT expert configure and optimize my computer a couple of days ago.

I have now realized that one of his actions was to disable multiple services through "services.mcs".

This he said was for faster startup and performance. However, I really wish to use Windows defender as my main malware protection service.

Therefore I went to the services tab and tried to enable the services that I wanted online especially for this instance the "Microsoft Defender Antivirus Service, but got this message popped up in a new window;

" Access denied"

The Security Center service is also not possible to alter since the option to enable the service is greyed out.

I don't want to reset to factory settings, since my computer has been running exceptionally since the session. The session cost me 130$.

I appreciate any help. Thank you.

Answer 1

Hi AndreasSæbø, as the Security Center is grayed out then you can check out the link below for reference and follow the steps provided and see how it goes.

https://www.kapilarya.com/the-windows-security-...

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Note: This is a non-Microsoft website. The page appears to be providing accurate, safe information. Watch out for ads on the site that may advertise products frequently classified as a PUP (Potentially Unwanted Products). Thoroughly research any product advertised on the site before you decide to download and install it.

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Answer 2

That was my intention, but by doing so, I am basically throwing 130$ out the window. We did a lot of different procedures on my computer. Resetting this will sadly put everything back to factory settings. I was hoping someone knew a fix to enable the security features again. I was monitoring everything during the session, and this is my only concern.

Answer 3

Better reset your system as its very vulnerable now

Answer 4

He did not. I am now without anti-virus software, but the windows firewall is still running.

Answer 5

Good day AndreasSæbø! I am glad to be able to provide assistance to you today. I understand that you are unable to enable Windows Defender/Windows Security. Just to check, did the technician who came to check on your PC installed another anti-virus? You can check the programs and press Windows key + I and click on Apps and look for if there is any other anti-virus that is installed.

Regards,

Paul R.