Manual Install of V3 Virus Definition Updates (DATs) Not Working

[mattdw92]

Endpoint Security 10.6.1.1124 - Self-Managed

Attempting to update virus definitions from the Security Updates page using the latest V3 Virus Definition Updates (DATs) V3_3773dat.exe [07/18/2019]

On running the V3_3773dat.exe file on laptop (Panasonic Toughbook CF54-J mk3, Windows 10 Enterprise LTSC v1809) the CMD Window appears stating that the "AMCoreDat starting" then closes immediately - no update taken place.

Attempted running file as Administrator, Endpoint just installed, manual updates only possible as machine has no network access.

[chealey]

You may want to check your root certificates are up to date: https://kc.mcafee.com/corporate/index?page=content&id=kb87096

Following that, check that ENS services are running via CMD (launched as admin):

C:\Program Files\Common Files\McAfee\SystemCore>mmsinfo.exe -enum

[mattdw92]

I have yet to try the above, but thought I would add some more information. 

The Operating System Windows 10 Enterprise 2019 LTSC V1809, which may be significant as I also have the same problem on a HP ProDesk 400 of same OS build.

I have also downloaded the latest update definitions to try too (V3_3793dat.exe).

Every now and again (with either machine) when repeatedly trying to run the file the CMD Window that appears stating that the "AMCoreDat starting" also displays "Error: PerformContentInstall failed to find InstallPath from registry".

Perhaps this information can assist.

[TKellaway]

I'm having the exact same problem. Working with a standalone asset and the dat.exe isn't working. Command line appears for a split second then is gone. Did you resolve this? If so, what was the issue? I ran the suggested command and all the services were running except, mfeensppl, which was stopped.

[TKellaway]

I'm having the exact same problem. Working with a standalone asset and the dat.exe isn't working. Command line appears for a split second then is gone. I ran the suggested command and all the services were running except, mfeensppl, which was stopped.

[mattdw92 · Accepted solution]

I would check you are using the correct product. We downloaded 'McAfee_Endpoint_Security_10.6.1.1340.1_standalone_client_install' and we are now able to update the product with DATs. The interface of the product also has better settings, tools and options.