To disable Microsoft Defender on Windows 11, go to Settings > Privacy & Security > Windows Security > Virus & Threat Protection, click Manage Settings, and toggle off ...

Windows 11 finally lets users turn Smart App Control on or off without a clean install or reset. The fix arrived in Insider ...

There are some situations where you might want to temporarily disable Windows' built-in security tool. I'll show you how to do it safely.

Update, March 31, 2025: This story, originally published March 29, has been updated with an explanation of LOLBINS as well as further technical information regarding the Windows Defender Application ...

Developed by security researcher es3n1n, a tool called Defendnot can trick and disable Windows Defender, which is built into Windows operating systems. The tool makes Windows believe that a real ...

Most modern Windows PCs rely on Microsoft Defender as their first line of defense against malware. Over the years, it has evolved into a capable and often underrated antivirus that blocks a wide range ...

Scammers are using fake Windows Defender pop-ups with real looking phone numbers to trick users. These fraudulent warnings are not from Microsoft and aim to gain remote access to your computer. A ...

The first thing you should do is click on the Restore Settings placed right below the error message and see if the issue is resolved. Sometimes, Windows revert back ...