Avira Antivirus update cripples millions of Windows PCs

Corrine · May 15, 2012

I spotted this issue first on another forum, referencing this topic on the Avira forum: "Startup of the Application Blocked for your Security" for most applications. The next Avira update solved the problem for some users but not all. The problem was apparently with Avira ProActiv.

Avira KB article: How to add an exception for a blocked application.

Avira Antivirus update cripples millions of Windows PCs | ZDNet:

Avira has sent out a defective antivirus update that is causing paid versions of its product to block critical Windows processes and third-party software, effectively rendering millions of PCs unusable.

James7679 · May 15, 2012

Wow, they must be using the same techs as EA/Dice for coding and testing. FAIL

Looks like a whole new set of fun....

zigzag3143 · May 15, 2012

Avira was such a joy before hand (grin)

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Avira Antivirus update cripples millions of Windows PCs

Corrine

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Microsoft MVP,
Security Analyst

James7679

BSOD Kernel Dump Senior Analyst, Contributor

zigzag3143

Contributor, Sysnative Staff Emeritus

Avira Antivirus update cripples millions of Windows PCs

Corrine

Administrator, Microsoft MVP, Security Analyst

James7679

BSOD Kernel Dump Senior Analyst, Contributor

zigzag3143

Contributor, Sysnative Staff Emeritus

Administrator,
Microsoft MVP,
Security Analyst