Solved Update for Microsoft Security Essentials - 4.9.218.0 (KB3140527)

albertz

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I'm running Vista 64-Bit, this update got hung up upon reboot and login.

After ten+ mins. & hardly any disk activity, decided to perform a system restore.

Could not find any information about this update, no change-log and no information why the update is "Important".
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Update for Microsoft Security Essentials - 4.9.218.0 (KB3140527)

This package will update Microsoft Security Essentials client on the user's machine.

More information:
Microsoft Security Essentials - Microsoft Windows

Help and Support:
Microsoft Security Essentials - Microsoft Windows
 

My Computer

System One

  • Manufacturer/Model
    Thinkcentre
    CPU
    Intel Core 2 CPU 2.67 Ghz
    Motherboard
    OEM
    Memory
    4 GB
    Monitor(s) Displays
    NEC
    Screen Resolution
    1920 x 1080p
Try uninstalling and reinstalling MSE.
 

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System One System Two

  • Operating System
    Windows 8.1 Industry Pro x64
    Manufacturer/Model
    HP Pavillion Elite HPE-250f
    CPU
    Intel i7 860 Quad core 2.8 ghz
    Memory
    8 gb
    Graphics Card(s)
    ATI Radeon HD 5770 1 gb ram
    Monitor(s) Displays
    Alienware 25 AW2521HF
    Screen Resolution
    1920x1080 &1680x1050
    Hard Drives
    1 TB x2
    Other Info
    https://www.cnet.com/products/hp-pavilion-elite-hpe-250f/
  • Operating System
    Windows 2012 R2 Data center/Linux Mint
    Manufacturer/Model
    Dell Poweredge T140
    CPU
    i3 9100 3.6GHz, 8M cache, 4C/4T
    Memory
    8GB 2666MT/s DDR4 ECC UDIMM
    Screen Resolution
    1680x1050
    Hard Drives
    1 TB & 360 GB x2
    Other Info
    https://www.dell.com/en-us/work/shop/productdetailstxn/poweredge-t140?~ck=bt
Try uninstalling and reinstalling MSE.

I need to first figure out what the update is and what improvements there are over the previous version.
 

My Computer

System One

  • Manufacturer/Model
    Thinkcentre
    CPU
    Intel Core 2 CPU 2.67 Ghz
    Motherboard
    OEM
    Memory
    4 GB
    Monitor(s) Displays
    NEC
    Screen Resolution
    1920 x 1080p
I need to first figure out what the update is and what improvements there are over the previous version.

Welcome to Vista Forums albertz. Your post last night was the first I heard of this program update for MSE. As you have found, Microsoft does not post documentation for MSE updates. On the one hand, it is generally a good idea to keep security software up to date. On the other hand, the previous version 4.8.204.0 (KB3063917, May 2015) was recognized as a tremendous improvement (see http://www.vistax64.com/vista-news/304320-windows-defender-improves-new-antivirus-test.html).

I have found that Windows Defender for 8 and 10 - which by all accounts is almost identical to MSE - received an update 4.9.10586.0 at least 3 months ago. Interestingly, the Engine Version (1.1.12400.0) and Network Inspection Engine Version (2.1.11804.0) are exactly the same as MSE 4.8, which seems to suggest that 4.9 is not a major advance. As far as I know, no independent lab has conducted tests featuring Windows Defender 4.9 yet.

Since you have experienced difficulty with the update, I have decided to delay installing it for now. I have checked Seven Forums, but so far there are no reports similar to yours. If I decide to install 4.9, I will post here about any changes in the GUI. The previous version can be downloaded from https://www.microsoft.com/en-US/download/details.aspx?id=5201. [Edit] Link leads to MSE 4.9 as of April 15, 2016.
 
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System One

  • Operating System
    Vista Home Premium x86 SP2
    Manufacturer/Model
    HP Pavilion Elite m9150f
    CPU
    Intel Q6600
    Memory
    3 GB
    Graphics Card(s)
    NVIDIA GeForce 8500 GT
I'm running Vista 64-Bit, this update got hung up upon reboot and login.

After ten+ mins. & hardly any disk activity, decided to perform a system restore.

Could not find any information about this update, no change-log and no information why the update is "Important".
___________

Update for Microsoft Security Essentials - 4.9.218.0 (KB3140527)

This package will update Microsoft Security Essentials client on the user's machine.

More information:
Microsoft Security Essentials - Microsoft Windows

Help and Support:
Microsoft Security Essentials - Microsoft Windows

Hi
I have Vista Business 32 bit and I have had exactly the same problem after installing MSE 4.9.218.0 (KB3140527). I eventually had to do a system restore and then everything has worked fine. I am concerned about what I might be "missing" if I just ignore this update.
 

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System One

  • Manufacturer/Model
    Intel Core 2 Duo
    CPU
    [email protected]
    Memory
    2.0GB RAM
    Monitor(s) Displays
    gnr
Hi
I have Vista Business 32 bit and I have had exactly the same problem after installing MSE 4.9.218.0 (KB3140527). I eventually had to do a system restore and then everything has worked fine. I am concerned about what I might be "missing" if I just ignore this update.

Have just switched my computer back on and had the same problem - had to system restore again.
I tried running Microsoft Fixit and this has been unable to correct the following:
1. Windows Update error 0x8024402c(2016-02-25-T-05_12_46P
2. Problems installing recent updates.

Not sure where to go with this now.
 

My Computer

System One

  • Manufacturer/Model
    Intel Core 2 Duo
    CPU
    [email protected]
    Memory
    2.0GB RAM
    Monitor(s) Displays
    gnr
Have just switched my computer back on and had the same problem - had to system restore again.
I tried running Microsoft Fixit and this has been unable to correct the following:
1. Windows Update error 0x8024402c(2016-02-25-T-05_12_46P
2. Problems installing recent updates.

Not sure where to go with this now.

You can try the System Update Readiness tool https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/kb/947821 which is essentially a standalone Windows update installer that verifies your current Windows Update installation, when having Windows Update errors.

My Windows update does not produce any errors. All the past Window Vista 64-Bit updates have been successful.

My problem after installing KB3140527, Windows Desktop would not load after login. The login screen eventually turned black and the login was not successful.

As soon as there is some sort of KB3140527 update description I may attempt another installation either by re-installing MSE or using the System Update Readiness tool.

Other options include running chkdsk on your Windows Vista installtion drive and/or using Windows System File Checker (SFC /scannow) from the command line.

https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/kb/929833
 

My Computer

System One

  • Manufacturer/Model
    Thinkcentre
    CPU
    Intel Core 2 CPU 2.67 Ghz
    Motherboard
    OEM
    Memory
    4 GB
    Monitor(s) Displays
    NEC
    Screen Resolution
    1920 x 1080p
You can try the System Update Readiness tool https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/kb/947821 which is essentially a standalone Windows update installer that verifies your current Windows Update installation, when having Windows Update errors.

My Windows update does not produce any errors. All the past Window Vista 64-Bit updates have been successful.

My problem after installing KB3140527, Windows Desktop would not load after login. The login screen eventually turned black and the login was not successful.

As soon as there is some sort of KB3140527 update description I may attempt another installation either by re-installing MSE or using the System Update Readiness tool.

Other options include running chkdsk on your Windows Vista installtion drive and/or using Windows System File Checker (SFC /scannow) from the command line.

https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/kb/929833


Thanks for your reply Albertz.

All my previous Windows Vista 32-bit updates had been successful. It's only been since I installed the KB3140527 that I've had the problem of Windows desktop not loading and the screen turning black.

I will try what you suggest and see what happens.

Grateful for all help as I can't keep using System Restore every time I turn the computer on!
 

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System One

  • Manufacturer/Model
    Intel Core 2 Duo
    CPU
    [email protected]
    Memory
    2.0GB RAM
    Monitor(s) Displays
    gnr

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System One

  • Operating System
    Windows 7 SP1 Ultimate x64
    Manufacturer/Model
    Dell Inspiron 640m/e1405 laptop
    CPU
    Intel Core 2 Duo T7600 2.33Ghz
    Memory
    4Gb (3.24Gb usable to OS)
    Sound Card
    Sigmatel/IDT STAC9200
    Internet Speed
    Spectrum Cable Internet up to 100Mbps
REMOVE MICROSOFT SECURITY ESSENTIALS V4.9.218.0 IMMEDIATELY!
This new version is causing major problems on Windows Vista & Windows 7 computers, possibly making the MSE program unusable.

On the "standalone" Microsoft Security Essentials downloads page, they are still offering
version 4.8.204.0 and NOT the newer version.

So remove v4.9.218.0 of MSE and revert back to using v4.8.204.0.

That's even a better idea ... I would just ignore the update as suggested. If a previously working Windows Update isn't able install an update then just don't try installing an update until more update information is available.
 
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System One

  • Manufacturer/Model
    Thinkcentre
    CPU
    Intel Core 2 CPU 2.67 Ghz
    Motherboard
    OEM
    Memory
    4 GB
    Monitor(s) Displays
    NEC
    Screen Resolution
    1920 x 1080p
Well I have hidden the update, but the number of problem reports still seems fairly small for an update released two days ago.

A question for those who have actually seem this problem: Did you also install the optional KB3118401 (published February 15)?
 

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System One

  • Operating System
    Vista Home Premium x86 SP2
    Manufacturer/Model
    HP Pavilion Elite m9150f
    CPU
    Intel Q6600
    Memory
    3 GB
    Graphics Card(s)
    NVIDIA GeForce 8500 GT
I'm running vista 32 bit also and had the same problem. Had to reboot in safe mode and do system restore. After the update and reboot got nothing but black screen after the welcome screen.
 

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System One

  • Manufacturer/Model
    EMACHINES DESKTOP
    CPU
    INTEL PENTIUM 4 3.2GHZ
    Memory
    2 GIG RAM
    Graphics Card(s)
    ATI Radeon HD 4550 1G RAM
    Monitor(s) Displays
    DELL SE198WFP
    Mouse
    Logitech Marble Trackball
Well I have hidden the update, but the number of problem reports still seems fairly small for an update released two days ago.

A question for those who have actually seem this problem: Did you also install the optional KB3118401 (published February 15)?


do not see this update in my previous updates list
 

My Computer

System One

  • Manufacturer/Model
    EMACHINES DESKTOP
    CPU
    INTEL PENTIUM 4 3.2GHZ
    Memory
    2 GIG RAM
    Graphics Card(s)
    ATI Radeon HD 4550 1G RAM
    Monitor(s) Displays
    DELL SE198WFP
    Mouse
    Logitech Marble Trackball
Well I have hidden the update, but the number of problem reports still seems fairly small for an update released two days ago.

A question for those who have actually seem this problem: Did you also install the optional KB3118401 (published February 15)?

No.

I remember thinking about installing a Windows 10 Universal CRT, some time ago, not certain if it's the same one. After reading various programming and developer related discussions decided not to, since it's an optional update.

If a requirement for Microsoft Security Essentials - 4.9.218.0 then it should be listed along with the MSE update, or a notice that's it's prerequisite to be installed prior to MSE 4.9.218.0, which should be provided with a detailed description.

(KB3118401 description)
The Windows 10 Universal CRT is a Windows operating system component that enables CRT functionality on the Windows operating system. This update allows Windows desktop applications that depend on the Windows 10 Universal CRT release to run on earlier Windows operating systems.

https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/kb/3118401
 
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System One

  • Manufacturer/Model
    Thinkcentre
    CPU
    Intel Core 2 CPU 2.67 Ghz
    Motherboard
    OEM
    Memory
    4 GB
    Monitor(s) Displays
    NEC
    Screen Resolution
    1920 x 1080p
They are still offering the update through Windows update.
 

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System One System Two

  • Operating System
    Windows 8.1 Industry Pro x64
    Manufacturer/Model
    HP Pavillion Elite HPE-250f
    CPU
    Intel i7 860 Quad core 2.8 ghz
    Memory
    8 gb
    Graphics Card(s)
    ATI Radeon HD 5770 1 gb ram
    Monitor(s) Displays
    Alienware 25 AW2521HF
    Screen Resolution
    1920x1080 &1680x1050
    Hard Drives
    1 TB x2
    Other Info
    https://www.cnet.com/products/hp-pavilion-elite-hpe-250f/
  • Operating System
    Windows 2012 R2 Data center/Linux Mint
    Manufacturer/Model
    Dell Poweredge T140
    CPU
    i3 9100 3.6GHz, 8M cache, 4C/4T
    Memory
    8GB 2666MT/s DDR4 ECC UDIMM
    Screen Resolution
    1680x1050
    Hard Drives
    1 TB & 360 GB x2
    Other Info
    https://www.dell.com/en-us/work/shop/productdetailstxn/poweredge-t140?~ck=bt
I'm running vista 32 bit also and had the same problem. Had to reboot in safe mode and do system restore. After the update and reboot got nothing but black screen after the welcome screen.

I am running Microsoft® Windows Vista™ Home Premium 32-bit Version 6.0.6002 Service Pack 2 Build 6002.18005 and I have had the same problem. After entering my log in password the desktop fails to load. I have restored three times from a rescue disc. I have MSE 4.8.204.0 as follows:

Antimalware Client Version: 4.8.204.0
Engine Version: 1.1.12400.0
Antivirus definition: 1.213.7264.0
Antispyware definition: 1.213.7264.0
Network Inspection System Engine Version: 2.1.11804.0
Network Inspection System Definition Version: 115.35.0.0

I had previously installed KB3118401.
 

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System One

  • Manufacturer/Model
    Advent 6411
    CPU
    Processor Intel(R) Core(TM)2 Duo CPU T5750 @ 2.00GHz
    Motherboard
    BIOS Version Phoenix Technologies LTD 1.02DIX, 27/09/2007
    Memory
    Installed Physical Memory (RAM) 2.00 GB
    Graphics Card(s)
    Mobile Intel(R) 965 Express Chipset Family
    Sound Card
    Realtek High Definition Audio
    Monitor(s) Displays
    Mobile Intel(R) 965 Express Chipset Family

My Computers

System One System Two

  • Operating System
    Windows 8.1 Industry Pro x64
    Manufacturer/Model
    HP Pavillion Elite HPE-250f
    CPU
    Intel i7 860 Quad core 2.8 ghz
    Memory
    8 gb
    Graphics Card(s)
    ATI Radeon HD 5770 1 gb ram
    Monitor(s) Displays
    Alienware 25 AW2521HF
    Screen Resolution
    1920x1080 &1680x1050
    Hard Drives
    1 TB x2
    Other Info
    https://www.cnet.com/products/hp-pavilion-elite-hpe-250f/
  • Operating System
    Windows 2012 R2 Data center/Linux Mint
    Manufacturer/Model
    Dell Poweredge T140
    CPU
    i3 9100 3.6GHz, 8M cache, 4C/4T
    Memory
    8GB 2666MT/s DDR4 ECC UDIMM
    Screen Resolution
    1680x1050
    Hard Drives
    1 TB & 360 GB x2
    Other Info
    https://www.dell.com/en-us/work/shop/productdetailstxn/poweredge-t140?~ck=bt

My Computer

System One

  • Manufacturer/Model
    Advent 6411
    CPU
    Processor Intel(R) Core(TM)2 Duo CPU T5750 @ 2.00GHz
    Motherboard
    BIOS Version Phoenix Technologies LTD 1.02DIX, 27/09/2007
    Memory
    Installed Physical Memory (RAM) 2.00 GB
    Graphics Card(s)
    Mobile Intel(R) 965 Express Chipset Family
    Sound Card
    Realtek High Definition Audio
    Monitor(s) Displays
    Mobile Intel(R) 965 Express Chipset Family
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