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.

To permanently remove Windows Security, use Local Group Policy Editor, Windows Registry tweaks, or the Windows Defender Remover tool. Be cautious— removal can leave your PC vulnerable. Always back up ...

Windows Defender is a crucial security tool designed to protect your system from harmful files and malware in Windows 11/10. However, dealing with it can sometimes be frustrating, as it mistakenly ...

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 ...

It is possible to enable or disable Windows Defender on Windows 11 or Windows 10 PC using the Local Group Policy Editor. If you mistakenly turned on that setting in ...