Windows 10 has many critical system files to run the operating system properly. If any of those system files get corrupted, the OS may pop up some error message on your screen.

Many users of this OS have reported an error message that says the Windows resource protection found integrity violations.

If you have faced the same error yet don’t know, why are you receiving this error and how to fix it, then you’ve come to the right place. Because we are going to show you the path to get rid of this error. For that, you need to follow the instructions from this article carefully.

Why Does the Integrity Violation Error Occur on Windows 10?

Windows 10 automatically checks for any error or corruption in the system files. If any system file contains any corruption, then it shows the integrity violation error.

Again, if any files get corrupted while updating the Windows, then it also shows the error while scanning the recently updated files.

How to Fix ‘Windows Resource Protection Found Integrity Violations Error’

Let’s come back to how you can fix the corrupted system file and resolve the integrity violation error message on your Windows 10 OS. The fix for this error is quite straightforward. You can fix it by applying the first method. However, if that doesn’t work for you, then you are recommended to try the 2^nd method below.

Fix 1: Run the System File Checker Tool

The system file checker tool is a built-in feature of Windows 10 OS. This tool checks the system files and resolves the corrupted system files automatically.

Here is the instruction on how you can run the system file checker tool to resolve the integrity violation error on your Windows 10:

•  Press the Windows key on your keyboard and type cmd on the search bar.
• Then, right-click on the “Command Prompt” option and click Run as Administrator.
• Now, type the following command in the command prompt and press Enter:

SFC /scannow

• It will scan your system for any errors so be patient till the process is finished.
• After the scan is completed, type the following command and hit Enter:

DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /CheckHealth

DISM /online /cleanup-image /scanhealth

DISM /online /cleanup-image /restorehealth

• Finally, restart your computer after the scan finishes and check if the error is resolved or not. If not, then try the next method.

Fix 2: Run the DISM tool to Resolve Windows Updates Errors

The windows can show integrity violations error if any error occurred after updating your Windows 10. In that case, the DISM tool can fix these corrupted files of windows. Here is the instruction to run the DISM tool:

• Press the Windows key and type cmd on the search bar.
• Then, right-click on the “Command Prompt” option and click “Run as Administrator”.
• Now, type the following command in the command prompt and press Enter:

DISM.exe /Online /Cleanup-image /Restorehealth

Caution: The above command required System files to replace the corrupted ones. It will take those system files from the Windows Update. But if your Windows Update client is already broken, then you need to insert Windows 10 DVD or plug a bootable USB device containing Windows 10 installation files.

Use the following command on the command prompt if you are using a USB bootable Windows 10 files:

DISM.exe /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth /Source:C:\RepairSource\Windows /LimitAccess

Note: Replace the C:\RepairSource\Windows path in the command above with the location of your repair source (USB drive or Windows DVD).

• After completing the repair process, type the following command on the command prompt:

sfc /scannow

• Now wait till the scanning process is over and restart your computer.
• Finally, run the windows update and after completing the updating process, check for the remaining error.

Hopefully, you’ll not be able to find the error message this time.

Frequently Asked Questions

How Do I Fix Windows Resource Protection Integrity Violations Error?

Do the following steps to fix the integrity violation error:

• At first, update your Windows.
• Then, open the command prompt as administrator and type the following commands.
• sfc /scannow.
• dism /online /cleanup-image /scanhealth.
• dism /online /cleanup-image /restorehealth.
• sfc /scannow.
• chkdsk /scan.

Note: Press Enter after Each command.

What Are Integrity Violations on Windows 10?

Integrity violation is customizing or deleting sensitive data of the system by an attacker without proper authorization. An integrity violation error occurs when the system file is corrupted by an attacker or accidentally, by yourself.

How Do I Fix Resource Protection Found Corrupt Files Error on Windows 7?

Follow the instructions below to fix the corrupt files error on Windows 7:

• At first, run the SFC scan as it will replace corrupt files with active ones. If the SFC scan doesn’t work for you then run the DISM Scan.
• If the SFC scan can’t fix the issue, then try running the SFC Scan in Safe Mode.
• Uninstall Recent Windows updates.
• Apply the System Restore at a restore point.
• If none of the above methods work for you then try resetting your Windows 7.

Conclusion

To put it simply, the Windows resource protection found integrity violations error occurs due to corrupted files and you can fix it by applying these two methods that are mentioned in this article. If none of the above methods work for you, then you can repair your Windows 10 by mounting the ISO file and selecting the “Change what to keep” option. It will repair the window and fix the mentioned error without deleting any files.

If you found this guide helpful then please share your experience with fixing the error in your comment section below.