Fix Windows Defender Real-Time Protection Access Denied - Windows Search Log Troubleshooting Checklist-Chrome Extension Stops Working After Restart

Updated 2026-06-15 22:28:13windows-fixes
Fix Windows Defender Real-Time Protection Access Denied - Windows Search Log Troubleshooting Checklist-Chrome Extension Stops Working After Restart
Before changing system settings, save your work and note the exact error text so you can compare results after each step.

Extra verification checklist

  • Restart the affected app after changing permissions or configuration files.
  • Test the same workflow in a clean browser profile or a temporary user account.
  • Compare the result on another network if the error may be connection related.