The Windows Protection Users group is a built-in group in the Windows operating system that is used for running certain system services and processes with reduced permissions. The purpose of this group is to improve the security and stability of the operating system by restricting the access of these services and processes to system resources.
By default, members of the Windows Protection Users group have limited permissions and cannot perform certain actions that can potentially harm the system. For example, they cannot install or remove software, modify system settings, or access sensitive data.
This group is commonly used for running services such as Windows Defender Antivirus, Windows Firewall, and the Windows Update service. By using the Windows Protection Users group to run these services, Windows can ensure that they are running with the minimum necessary permissions, reducing the risk of security vulnerabilities and system crashes.
It’s worth noting that the Windows Protection Users group is not intended for end-users or administrators to be added to. Doing so can result in unintended consequences and may compromise the security and stability of the system.
