You may see the security center failed to validate caller with error dc040780 issue notification on Event Viewer.
This error is related to Windows Security Center and third-party antivirus.
To get solutions, this post fromMiniToolcan satisfy your needs.
This issue is related to a corrupted system file or the interference of third-party antivirus with Windows security.
Its recommended to uninstall Acronis True Image 2021 to fix the issue.
Step 1: TypeControl Panelin theSearchbox to open it.
Step 2: Go toPrograms and Features.
FindAcronis True Image 2021and right-click it to chooseUninstall.
Step 3: Then, follow the on-screen instructions to uninstall Acronis True Image 2021.
Then, cycle your PC.
Is your Acronis True Image for Crucial not working or not cloning?
This post analyzes the reasons and provides an alternative for you.
Tip: After uninstalling Acronis True Image, you may want to find an alternative to clone your disk.
MiniTool ShadowMaker is worth trying.
It supports data migration with several SSD brands.
Here is how to do that:
Step 2: Go toSystem and Security>Windows Defender Firewall.
Step 3: TurnWindows Defender Firewallon or off.
ClickTurn off Windows Firewall (not recommended)for both thePrivate and Public connection controls.
Fix 4: Disable Windows Security
Besides, its recommended to turn off your Windows Security firewall.
Here is how to do that:
Step 1: TypeWindows Securityin theSearchbox and clickOpen.
Step 2: Click theVirus & threat protectiontab and click theManage settingsbutton.
Step 3: Turn off theReal-time protectiontoggle.
ClickYeson the UAC(User Account Control)prompt that pops up.
Thus, its recommended to turn on it again after fixing the issue.
Besides, you had better create a regular backup for important data.
MiniTool ShadowMaker can also satisfy your needs.
The following are the steps:
Step 1: Typemsinfoin theSearchbar to findSystem Informationand open it.
if you bump into the same issue, you might try the instructions listed above.
If you have some different ideas, you could share them in the comment zone.
