Fix Windows Defender Stuck on 'Loading Group Policy Configuration' - Fix Real-Time Protection Option Missing in Windows Security-Fix Error 0x80073cf0: Microsoft Store Won't Launch Automatically

Updated 2026-06-14 00:16:47developer-tools
Fix Windows Defender Stuck on 'Loading Group Policy Configuration' - Fix Real-Time Protection Option Missing in Windows Security-Fix Error 0x80073cf0: Microsoft Store Won't Launch Automatically
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.