Download SECURITY.OLD and Troubleshoot Errors

Last Updated: 11/27/2023
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SECURITY.OLD is considered a type of Backup Archive file. It is most-commonly used in Office 2007 developed by Microsoft. It uses the OLD file extension and is considered a Backup (Backup Archive) file.

The initial introduction of SECURITY.OLD released in Office 2007 was for Windows Vista on 01/30/2007. This is the most recent release date from Microsoft, according to our records.

This article discusses complete file details, OLD file troubleshooting instructions for problems with SECURITY.OLD, 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: SECURITY.OLD
File Extension: OLD file extension
File Type: Backup
Description: Backup Archive
User Popularity Rating:
 
Developer and Software Information
Software Program: Office 2007
Developer: Microsoft
Software: Office
Software Version: 2007
File Details
File Size (Bytes): 0
Oldest File Date: 05/10/2017
Latest File Date: 05/10/2017


What are SECURITY.OLD Error Messages?


General SECURITY.OLD Runtime Errors

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

Microsoft Visual C++ Runtime Library

Runtime Error!

Program: C:\Windows\System32\config\RegBack\SECURITY.OLD

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


Most OLD errors are due to missing or corrupt files. Your SECURITY.OLD file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with Office), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, SECURITY.OLD file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading Office, system crash while loading or saving SECURITY.OLD, 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 SECURITY.OLD 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 SECURITY.OLD 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 SECURITY.OLD error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

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

You can uninstall Office 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 Office 2007 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

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

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

Office 2007

Microsoft Corporation

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 SECURITY.OLD 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 SECURITY.OLD 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 SECURITY.OLD 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 SECURITY.OLD file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free SECURITY.OLD files for every applicable version of Office. 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 SECURITY.OLD Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate Office folder location:
    Windows Vista: C:\Windows\System32\config\RegBack\
  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 Vista.


GEEK TIP : We must emphasize that reinstalling Windows will be a very time-consuming and advanced task to resolve SECURITY.OLD 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 SECURITY.OLD Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)


CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying SECURITY.OLD to your appropriate Windows system directory. Microsoft typically does not release Office OLD 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 SECURITY.OLD and all other OLD files for Office. An incorrectly installed OLD file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

Windows Vista


Files Related to SECURITY.OLD


OLD Files Related to SECURITY.OLD

File Name Description Software Program (Version) File Size (bytes) File Location
SYSTEM.OLD Backup Archive Office 2007 0 C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Windows...
SOFTWARE.OLD Backup Archive Office 2007 0 C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Windows...
SECURITY.OLD Backup Archive Office 2007 0 C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Windows...
DEFAULT.OLD Backup Archive Office 2007 0 C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Windows...
COMPONENTS.OLD Backup Archive Office 2007 0 C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Windows...

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