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Fix: Windows Security Protection History Missing
Try clearing the Windows Defender/Security scan history files
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Updated onMarch 29, 2024
updated onMarch 29, 2024
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Several users have reported that theWindows Security protection history is missingor empty for them. Notably, the protection history shows nothing and it is blank. However, the users are getting notifications that the programs are being blocked.
This annoying issue prevents the users from unblocking the mistakenly blocked programs. If you are also experiencing the same issue, this guide is for you. Here we will share with you a bunch of solutions to resolve the Windows 11 protection history empty issue.
Why is the Windows 11 Security protection history empty or missing?
We did some digging and found a bunch of reasons which is why the Windows 11 Security protection history is empty, missing, or not working.
Let us now apply the solutions and fix the issue of the Windows Defender protection history empty.
How can I resolve the Windows Defender protection history empty problem?
1. Install the latest updates
You should ensure that your PC is running the latest update. Updates not only bring new features for you but also lets you fix the bugs that are associated with the programs. You can install the latest update and check if this resolves the Windows 11 protection history empty issue.
2. Delete Defender scans history
This solution was suggested by one user on the official Microsoft forum. Apparently, this has helped several users fix the problem of Windows Defender protection history empty.
3. Re-register Windows Defender
This solution was alsosuggested by one useron the Microsoft Forums, and it has helped users overcome the Windows Security protection history missing problem. You can also follow the above steps and check if this helps you resolve the issue or not.
4. Run the system file checker
You can fix the corrupt or missing system files using the built-in functions such as SFC Scan and DISM commands.
However, often these aren’t that effective in solving issues. For such situations, we advise you to usededicated toolsthat will be able to fix Windows errors, fix BSoD errors, or even detect and remove malware from your PC.
5. Reset Windows Defender/Security
Resetting the Windows Defender or Security will re-install all the files from scratch. This would also negate any other issues with the program as well.
Where is the protection history in Windows Defender and how to clear it?
That is it from us in this guide. The above steps guide you on how to clear your protection history in Windows Security or Windows Defender. For users coming acrossWindows Defender scan issues, we have a guide that lists some effective solutions to fix the problem.
Recently users have started reporting getting theMicrosoft Defender threat service has stoppedthe problem. This annoying error can be resolved by following the dedicated guide.
Several users have also pointed out theWindows Defender Engine unavailable issue. We have a guide that explains in detail what this error means and how you can fix it.
Let us know in the comments below which one of the above solutions resolved the Windows Security protection history missing problem
More about the topics:Windows Defender issues
Sagar Naresh
Sagar is a web developer and technology journalist. Currently associated with WindowsReport and SamMobile. When not writing, he is either at the gym sweating it out or playing country music on his guitar.
He is an avid traveler and has been to 15 countries, going to more places soon. TRAVEL and WORK is his mantra for a peaceful life.
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