Virus and Threat Protection in the Windows Security App
Learn how to use virus and threat protection options in Windows Security to scan your device for threats and view the results.
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Learn how to protect your Windows devices and personal data from viruses, malware, or malicious attacks.
Microsoft Defender Antivirus in the Windows Security app
Jun 19, 2026 · With Microsoft Defender Antivirus now included in the Windows Security app, you can review, compare, and perform common tasks.
Stay protected with the Windows Security app | Microsoft Support
Summary The Windows Security app is a comprehensive security solution integrated into Windows, designed to protect your device and data from various threats. It includes features such as Microsoft …
Protection History in the Windows Security App
Note protection history only retains events for two weeks, after which they'll disappear from the list. In the Windows Security app on your PC, select Protection history, or use the following link:
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Enhanced Phishing Protection Enhanced Phishing Protection in Windows 11 helps prevent phishing attacks across all browsers and apps. It actively monitors password entry and helps to keep you from …
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Get security info and tips about threat prevention, detection, and troubleshooting. Including tech support scams, phishing, and malware.
Getting started with Microsoft Defender
Microsoft Defender is a security app that helps people and families stay safer online with malware protection, web protection, real-time security notifications, and security tips. Microsoft Defender is …
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Antiphishing, antispam, and antimalware protection for email. Multi-factor authentication (MFA), which can prevent hackers from taking over if they know your password. Tip To learn more about …
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May 27, 2026 · Firewall & network protection, which has information and access to firewall settings, including Windows Firewall. App & browser control, covering Windows Defender SmartScreen …
Firewall and Network Protection in the Windows Security App
Here's a list of additional settings available in the firewall and network protection page: Allow an app through firewall : If the firewall is blocking an app you need, you can add an exception for that app, or …
How to start a scan for viruses or malware in Microsoft Defender
If you suspect that your device may have malware you should have Microsoft Defender run a scan. Here's how to do that on Windows, Mac, or Android.
Account Protection in the Windows Security App - Microsoft Support
The account protection page of the Windows Security app provides you with easy access to tools to manage your user account security and sign-in options. The account protection page has the …
Device Security in the Windows Security App | Microsoft Support
Secured-core PC A Secured-core PC is designed to provide advanced security features right out of the box. These PCs integrate hardware, firmware, and software to offer robust protection against …
Windows Security App Settings | Microsoft Support
If you select one of the types of providers - such as Antivirus, Firewall, or Web protection - the card expands to reveal a button that opens the app being used. If you don't have a security provider for a …
Windows 11 security book - Virus and threat protection
Nov 18, 2025 · Windows 11 extends protection to third-party browsers and processes with its Network protection feature. This capability helps block access to phishing sites, malware, tech support scams, …
App & browser control in the Windows Security App
The App & Browser Control page in the Windows Security app provides essential security settings that protect your Windows device from unsafe apps, files, websites, and downloads. By combining …
Windows Security App Overview | Microsoft Support
The Windows Security app is a security solution designed to defend against malware, viruses, and other threats, ensuring your PC stays secure. This article provides an overview of the Windows Security app.
Virus and threat protection in Windows Security
Apr 15, 2025 · Use the Virus & threat protection section to see and configure Microsoft Defender Antivirus, Controlled folder access, and 3rd-party antivirus products.
Protect your PC from ransomware | Microsoft Support
See Virus & threat protection in Windows Security for how to scan your device. If you actually get a ransomware infection Unfortunately, a ransomware infection usually doesn’t show itself until you see …
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May 14, 2026 · MS-102 Implement threat protection by using Microsoft Defender XDR - Training This learning path examines how to manage the Microsoft 365 threat intelligence features that provide …