
This will ensure MSE downloads the latest definitions before a scan.

Make sure Check for the latest virus and spyware definitions before running a scheduled scan is selected. To make sure you get the latest malware definition file before a scan, go to the Settings tab, then Scheduled Scan. Then run mpam-fe.exe as administrator and you’ll be updated.Īutomatic Updates for MSE 1.0 and 2.0 Beta


You can also head over to The Microsoft Malware Protection Center and download the latest definition files and install manually.
