Windows defender app

HotCakeX Doesn't this only give the status?

I think there will be some corrupted files... or a failing update....

Had something similar in the past... Think I needed to reset the store app as well in that case. (wsreset.exe)

what i would do in this case:

1. check if there are pending updates via updates in the Settings UI

2. check for pending updates in the store app

3. sfc /scannow if still not resolved

4. wsreset

5. check for updates again

If still nogo, then further analysis will be needed...  Maybe some policies or settings are left on the machine due to earlier installations, file type asociation which are wrongfully configured, other security software preventing normal behaviour.

But this is my opinion, didn't have any handons on the system