security

Fix: Failure to Display Security and Shut Down Options Error

November 25, 2021 By Supriya Prabhu

Many Windows 11 users have reported that whenever they are trying to restart the system using CTRL + ALT + DEL buttons if the system is unresponsive. But they are unable to do so because an error …

FIX: Supplied password does not meet the requirements for passwords on Windows 11 / 10

November 25, 2021 By Sambit Koley

Passwords keep your Windows devices secure. But, there are certain criteria you need to match while setting a password for your system. If you set too small or a very simple password, you may see this …

What is AggregatorHost.exe? Is it Safe or is it a Virus?

November 25, 2021 By Namratha Nayak

Generally, we see a lot of processes running in the Task Manager when we launch it to end a task or disable applications. At times we see that there are some programs making use of the system …

Fix Error Code DC040780 – Security Center Failed to Validate Caller in Windows 11/10

September 23, 2021 By Anusha Pai

Many Windows users have reported seeing the Security Center Failed to Validate Caller with error DC040780. This error is generally seen when the third-party antivirus is interfering with the Windows …

Check Protection History in Microsoft Defender on Windows 11/10

September 8, 2021 By Madhuparna

Microsoft Defender Antivirus is the built-in security solution for Windows that keeps your system protected from any malware or virus attacks. It protects your PC in real-time from all kinds of …

Windows Defender keeps saying PUP Threat found (fix)

June 7, 2021 By Anusha Pai

Many users have reported that the Windows Defender keeps showing up a dialog with a notification sound mentioning that a PUP has been detected in the system. On clicking on that pop-up dialog, it …

How to Remove Pua:win32/Presenoker on Windows 10 / 11

November 25, 2021 By Madhuparna

The job of the Windows Defender (built-in antivirus for Windows 10) is to block any potential threats on your computer. It blocks any suspicious app that exhibits malware like behavior even though it …

Microsoft Defender Threat Service Has Stopped issue in Windows 10

April 3, 2021 By Anusha Pai

Windows Defender is a built-in firewall and threat protection system that can be used to mitigate issues with viruses and performance in the system. However, many users have reported seeing the …

Fix – There was a problem starting StartupCheckLibrary.dll

February 23, 2021 By Sambit Koley

StartupCheckLibrary.dll file is a system file located in the System32 folder. After installing an update on your Windows, you may see this error message has popped out of nowhere - 'There was a …

How to block the TCP or UDP port by using windows firewall

February 12, 2021 By Supriya Prabhu

Windows firewall is an application developed by Microsoft which filters information coming to your computer from web and block all the harmful potential virus. Hence User can insert a program in the …

How to manage list of allowed / blocked apps in Windows Defender Firewall

February 10, 2021 By Supriya Prabhu

Window defender firewall is an application that filters network data transmissions and blocks the insecured harmful connections. This prevents hackers/ harmful software from accessing your system …

How to View Digital Certificates Installed in Windows 10

November 25, 2020 By TechieWriter

A digital certificate is something that acts as a credential to verify the identity of the sender. Windows has many digital certificates installed on it at multiple levels under different categories. …

How to Turn On Ransomware Protection in Windows Defender

November 1, 2020 By Madhuparna

Ransomware is a new type of threat to your Windows 10 system, that's known for money extortion, and blocking your data and files. It's sort of a blackmailing where you are forced to pay money to get …

Antimalware Service Executable High CPU Usage Fix in Windows 10

June 1, 2021 By Harshwardhan

The Antimalware Service Executable or MsMPEng.exe is a Windows service responsible for carrying out security tasks and keeping your PC safe from threats like viruses and malware. It may happen that …

Your Virus And Threat Protection Is Managed By Your Organization Fix

May 3, 2021 By Madhuparna

Your system privacy is of utmost important to you, especially when you have sensitive data stored in it. Most of us are habituated to store photos, videos, official data, files, and more on our …

Microsoft Defender / Microsoft Security Client Error 0x80073b01 in Windows 10: Fix

September 3, 2020 By Madhuparna

Microsoft Defender is a built-in security app that offers your system real-time protection against malware, viruses or and spyware that may affect your web browsing, emails, apps, and more. However, …

Windows Firewall Can’t Recognize a Domain Network in Windows 10 Fix

September 2, 2020 By Madhuparna

The usual norm should be like when you connect to a domain network, for instance, of a company, the Windows Firewall should change to domain profile automatically. But, many times, the Windows …

That fingerprint has already been set up on another account Windows 10 Hello Error

September 20, 2021 By Madhuparna

It's possible that you are no more using a Windows 10 account and have now created a new account with all new credentials. This means, that the fingerprint that was set up for Windows Hello in the old …

How to Enable Scanning of Network Drives in Windows 10 via Registry

August 17, 2020 By Madhuparna

Windows Defender is a security app that comes by-default in Windows Vista and above versions. While it's known to offer only basic protection for your device, it's better to have it installed and …

Fixed: Cannot Save Files to Desktop in Windows 10

May 29, 2021 By Madhuparna

Desktop is the place where we tend to save most of our files, apps, or programs for quick access. It makes life easier for users where they can save folders and shortcuts to get access to their files …