Definition Update for Windows Defender - KB2267602 (Definition 1.219.839.0] appears every time I check for updates. I let it install and slam, boom, bowee there it is again next time I check for updates.
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For antimalware and antispyware, the latest definitions are 1.219.844.0, dated May 5, 2016 6:44 AM UTC.
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Sorry Cliff there isn't any table below
Did you try to update definitions thru WD itself. I had that case once and one update thru WD fixed it.Definition Update for Windows Defender - KB2267602 (Definition 1.219.839.0] appears every time I check for updates. I let it install and slam, boom, bowee there it is again next time I check for updates.
My real question is after installing the named update why does it keep coming back every time I seek updates?
My last one from this morning is 1.219.870.0, I think yours got stuck few days ago.
yes I know but... what now
Now try from WD itself, that's what fixed my problem.yes I know but... what now
You could try disk cleanup(as admin) and selecting Defender and Update cleanup. I don't know if it'll help, but... worth a try.
Note after the Defender cleanup it'll say you need to scan again, as this also clears the scan logs.
I just tried the above and then re updated now:
