If the crash happens at a , like right after you boot up.
If you are a long-time Windows user, specifically on Windows 7 or Windows XP, you may have encountered a frustrating error message:
In this article, we will dissect what wuauclt.exe is, the root causes of its crashes, and step-by-step solutions to fix it permanently.
Run a boot-time scan, then clean the registry of any rogue entries pointing to the fake file. If unsure, use Process Explorer from Microsoft Sysinternals to verify the digital signature of wuauclt.exe (right-click it > Properties > Digital Signatures tab). The genuine file is signed by Microsoft.
