Repair Update.conf Issues (How to Download and Fix)

Last Updated: 11/24/2023
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Update.conf uses the CONF file extension, which is more specifically known as a Generic Configuration file. It is classified as a Settings (Generic Configuration) file, created for BitDefender 1.0.14.74 by Bitdefender.

Update.conf was first developed on 12/03/2018 for the Windows 10 Operating System in BitDefender 1.0.14.74. According to our records, this is the primary and most recent file release from Bitdefender.

This article discusses complete file details, CONF file troubleshooting instructions for problems with Update.conf, and a comprehensive set of free downloads for every file version that has been catalogued by our team.

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: Update.conf
File Extension: CONF file extension
File Type: Settings
Description: Generic Configuration
User Popularity Rating:
 
Developer and Software Information
Software Program: BitDefender 1.0.14.74
Developer: Bitdefender
Software: BitDefender
Software Version: 1.0.14.74
File Details
File Size (Bytes): 102
Oldest File Date: 01/23/2020
Latest File Date: 01/23/2020


What are Update.conf Error Messages?


General Update.conf Runtime Errors

Update.conf file errors often occur during the startup phase of BitDefender, but can also occur while the program is running. These types CONF errors are also known as “runtime errors” because they occur while BitDefender is running. Here are some of the most common Update.conf runtime errors:

Microsoft Visual C++ Runtime Library

Runtime Error!

Program: C:\Program Files\Bitdefender Antivirus Free\settings\system\Update.conf

This application has requested the Runtime to terminate it in an unusual way.
Please contact the application's support team for more information.


Most CONF errors are due to missing or corrupt files. Your Update.conf file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with BitDefender), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, Update.conf file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading BitDefender, system crash while loading or saving Update.conf, bad sectors on your storage media (usually your primary hard drive), or malware infection. Thus, it’s critical to make sure your anti-virus is kept up-to-date and scanning regularly.



How to Fix Update.conf Errors in 3 Steps (Time to complete: ~5-15 minutes)

If you're encountering one of the error messages above, follow these troubleshooting steps to resolve your Update.conf issue. These troubleshooting steps are listed in the recommended order of execution.


Step 1: Restore your PC back to the latest restore point, "snapshot", or backup image before error occurred.

To begin System Restore (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10):

  1. Hit the Windows Start button
  2. When you see the search box, type "System Restore" and press "ENTER".
  3. In the search results, find and click System Restore.
  4. Please enter the administrator password (if applicable / prompted).
  5. Follow the steps in the System Restore Wizard to choose a relevant restore point.
  6. Restore your computer to that backup image.

If the Step 1 fails to resolve the Update.conf error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: If recently installed BitDefender (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling BitDefender software.

You can uninstall BitDefender software by following these instructions (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10):

  1. Hit the Windows Start button
  2. In the search box, type "Uninstall" and press "ENTER".
  3. In the search results, find and click "Add or Remove Programs"
  4. Find the entry for BitDefender 1.0.14.74 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall BitDefender software.

If this Step 2 fails as well, please proceed to the Step 3 below.

BitDefender 1.0.14.74

Bitdefender

Step 3: Perform a Windows Update.

When the first two steps haven't solved your issue, it might be a good idea to run Windows Update. Many Update.conf error messages that are encountered can be contributed to an outdated Windows Operating System. To run Windows Update, please follow these easy steps:

  1. Hit the Windows Start button
  2. In the search box, type "Update" and press "ENTER".
  3. In the Windows Update dialog box, click "Check for Updates" (or similar button depending on your Windows version)
  4. If updates are available for download, click "Install Updates".
  5. After the update is completed, restart your PC.

If Windows Update failed to resolve the Update.conf error message, please proceed to next step. Please note that this final step is recommended for advanced PC users only.



If Those Steps Fail: Download and Replace Your Update.conf File (Caution: Advanced)

If none of the previous three troubleshooting steps have resolved your issue, you can try a more aggressive approach (Note: Not recommended for amateur PC users) by downloading and replacing your appropriate Update.conf file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free Update.conf files for every applicable version of BitDefender. Please follow the steps below to download and properly replace you file:

  1. Locate your Windows operating system version in the list of below "Download Update.conf Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate BitDefender folder location:
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files\Bitdefender Antivirus Free\settings\system\
  4. Restart your computer.

If this final step has failed and you're still encountering the error, you're only remaining option is to do a clean installation of Windows 10.


GEEK TIP : We must emphasize that reinstalling Windows will be a very time-consuming and advanced task to resolve Update.conf problems. To avoid data loss, you must be sure that you have backed-up all of your important documents, pictures, software installers, and other personal data before beginning the process. If you are not currently backing up your data, you need to do so immediately.



Download Update.conf Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)


CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying Update.conf to your appropriate Windows system directory. Bitdefender typically does not release BitDefender CONF files for download because they are bundled together inside of a software installer. The installer's task is to ensure that all correct verifications have been made before installing and placing Update.conf and all other CONF files for BitDefender. An incorrectly installed CONF file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

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Files Related to Update.conf


CONF Files Related to Update.conf

File Name Description Software Program (Version) File Size (bytes) File Location
SettingsAdaptor_bdrsp.... Generic Configuration BitDefender 1.0.14.74 1938 C:\Windows\Temp\527D94AF-D053-4381-B105-0D815D5...
AtcPlugin.conf Generic Configuration BitDefender 1.0.14.74 57 C:\Windows\WinSxS\amd64_microsoft-windows-input...
FileScan.Quarantine.conf Generic Configuration BitDefender 1.0.14.74 536 C:\Windows\System32\
Update.conf Generic Configuration BitDefender 1.0.14.74 102 C:\Windows\System32\
SettingsAdaptor_ondema... Generic Configuration BitDefender 1.0.14.74 6014 C:\Windows\System32\

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api-ms-win-core-synch-... ApiSet Stub DLL Microsoft® Windows® Operating System (10.0.17134.12) 20744 C:\Program Files\Bitdefender Antivirus Free\
api-ms-win-core-memory... ApiSet Stub DLL Microsoft® Windows® Operating System (10.0.17134.12) 19208 C:\Program Files\Bitdefender Antivirus Free\
EtwRTEventLog-Applicat... Microsoft Event Trace Log BitDefender 1.0.14.74 41920 C:\Windows\System32\LogFiles\WMI\RtBackup\
PerfStringBackup.INI Windows Initialization BitDefender 1.0.14.74 1321920 C:\Windows\System32\


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