Microsoft fixes known issue causing Windows Defender crashes

Summary

Microsoft has released a fix for a bug that caused Windows Defender to crash on some systems after a recent security update. The issue resulted in 0xc0000005 access violation errors for affected users.

IFF Assessment

FRIEND

This is good news for defenders as it resolves a critical issue affecting a widely used security product, ensuring better protection for Windows users.

Defender Context

Defenders should ensure that all Windows systems have received the latest updates to prevent Windows Defender crashes. This ensures that endpoint protection remains active and effective against emerging threats.

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