Fix Windows Defender Service Not Starting (Error 0x80070422) - BitLocker Recovery Key Failure: Troubleshooting Guide-Resolve Chrome Version Differences for Sync

Updated 2026-06-14 23:07:05security-tools
Fix Windows Defender Service Not Starting (Error 0x80070422) - BitLocker Recovery Key Failure: Troubleshooting Guide-Resolve Chrome Version Differences for Sync
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.