I can't install updates I get this ERROR CODE "WindowsUpdate_000000FF" "WindowsUpdate_dt000"

above one was the latest error I have faced installing updates. please guide me.

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000000FF - Error_EA_List_Inconsistent
The extended attributes are inconsistent, The Installer has insufficient privileges to access this directory

You may be seeing the effects of a hijackware infection.

What anti-virus application or security suite is installed and is your subscription current?  What anti-spyware applications (other than Defender)?  What third-party firewall (if any)?

Has a(another) Norton or McAfee application ever been installed on this machine (e.g., a free-trial version that came preinstalled when you bought it)?


~Robear Dyer (PA Bear) ~ MS MVP (IE, Mail, Security, Windows & Update Services) since 2002 ~ Disclaimer: MS MVPs neither represent nor work for Microsoft
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~Robear Dyer (PA Bear)
Microsoft MVP (Windows Client) since October 2002

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Last updated October 10, 2019 Views 1,411 Applies to: