[SOLVED] Unable to open any exe files 0xc0150004

bazinga55

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I believe windows did an update automatically that didn't get installed all the way and now when my computer boots up, I get several 0xc0150004 errors.

I've tried running some exefile registery fixes I've found but still get the same error

I tried sfc /scannow and get "Windows Resource Protection could not start the repair service.", I also get the same error when running a offline scan

I tried SFCFix and get the 0xc0150004 error

I tried dism /online / cleanup-image / checkhealth and get "Error: 87 The cleanup-image option is unknown"

CBS log says "Failed to create CBS worker - waiting for a second and trying again [HRESULT = 0x80040154]

Running Windows 10 Version 22h2 (OS Build 19045.5131)

I tried several restore points and none work and have no others to go back to

I have a lot of software on here that I can't reinstall at the moment.

Please help!
 
Let me know what logs I can provide. I didn't see any templates I need to follow or posting instructions.
 
Can you boot into the recovery environment?

Press and hold the Shift Key while restarting the computer. The computer will restart into the Advanced menu. Select Troubleshoot ->Advanced options->Command Prompt

At the command prompt type the following and press Enter.

BCDEDIT | Find "osdevice"

Take note of the drive letter shown as the "osdevice", then type the following and press Enter:

CHKDSK X: /R

Replace the X with the osdevice letter and press Enter. Once completed take a photograph of that window and upload it for us to see.
 
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RKill is a program that was developed at BleepingComputer.com that attempts to terminate known malware processes so that your normal security software can then run and clean your computer of infections. When RKill runs it will kill malware processes and then removes incorrect executable associations and fixes policies that stop us from using certain tools. When finished it will display a log file that shows the processes that were terminated while the program was running.

As RKill only terminates a program's running process, and does not delete any files, after running it you should not reboot your computer as any malware processes that are configured to start automatically will just be started again. Instead, after running RKill you should immediately scan your computer using some sort of anti-malware or anti-virus program so that the infections can be properly removed.

RKill download links:
After running Rkill, do not restart your computer. Just follow these instructions:

Please download the Farbar Recovery Scan Tool and save it to your desktop.

Note: You need to run the version compatible with your system.
You can check here if you're not sure if your computer is 32-bit or 64-bit

  • Please rename FRST.EXE or FRST64.EXE to FRSTEnglish.exe
  • After renaming the file right-click over FRSTEnglish.exe and select "Run as administrator"
  • When the tool opens click Yes to the disclaimer if this is the first time using the tool
  • Make sure there is a check mark in the Addition.txt check box
  • Press the Scan button.
  • It will make a log FRST.txt and Addition.txt in the same directory the tool is run from. Please attach both logs to your next reply.
 
Welcome smile.png

I'll be helping you with your computer.

Please read this post completely before beginning. If there's anything that you do not understand, please don't hesitate to ask before proceeding.

Please take note of the guidelines for this fix:

  • Please note that I am a volunteer. I do have a family, a career, and other endeavors that may prevent immediate responses that meet your schedule. Do note that the differences in time zones could present a problem as well. Your patience and understanding will be greatly appreciated.
  • First of all, the procedures we are about to perform are specific to your problem and should only be used on this specific computer.
  • Do not make any changes to your computer that include installing/uninstalling programs, deleting files, modifying the registry, nor running scanners or tools of any kind unless specifically requested by me.
  • Please read ALL instructions carefully and perform the steps fully and in the order they are written.
  • If things appear to be better, let me know. Just because the symptoms no longer exist as before, does not mean that you are clean.
  • Continue to read and follow my instructions until I tell you that your machine is clean.
  • If you have any questions at all, please do not hesitate to ask before performing the task that I ask of you, and please wait for my reply before you proceed.
  • Scanning with programs and reading the logs do take a fair amount of time. Again, your patience will be necessary. smile.png
Let's begin...

Let run a script to review some of the settings:

The following Fix will empty these folders:

  • Windows Temp
  • Users Temp folders
  • Edge, IE, FF, Chrome, and Opera caches, HTML5 storages, Cookies and History
  • Recently opened files cache
  • Discord cache
  • Java cache
  • Steam HTML cache
  • Explorer thumbnail and icon cache
  • BITS transfer queue (qmgr*.dat files)
  • Recycle Bin
  • Reset The HOSTS file
Important: items are permanently deleted. They are not moved to quarantine. If you have any questions or concerns, please ask before running this fix.

The system will be rebooted after the fix has run.

FRST64 will appear as C:\Users\PCR\Desktop\FRSTEnglish.exe

Download the enclosed file.

  • Save it in the same location FRSTEnglish.exe is saved.
  • Start FRSTEnglish.exe with Administrator privileges
  • This time around Press the Fix button and wait
  • When finished, a log file (Fixlog.txt) will pop up and saved in the same location the tool was ran from.
Please attach this file in your next reply. If too large, use an online upload service and post the link to it.

Dr.Web CureIt!

Please download the Dr.Web CureIt! anti-virus utility

Free Dr.Web tools forsystem administrators

You will need to send them an email to obtain a link to download the scanner, please do so

  • The downloaded file will normally have a unique name such as: q7a9tr4p.exe
  • Close all open applications and locate the downloaded file and double-click to run it
  • The program will take a moment to launch and bring up the License and Update screen
  • Place a check mark to agree to the terms and then click on the Continue button
  • Click the underlined link Select objects for scanning
  • On the top left click the Scanning objects that should automatically check all objects
  • Click the small wrench and make sure there is a check on Automatically apply actions to threats
  • Then click the large button on bottom right Start scanning
  • Once the scan has completed there will be a link named Open report click that and a log named cureit.log should open in Notepad
  • The log is saved in the folder named Doctor Web in the top of your user profile folders
  • Please attach that log on your next reply
 

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Rkill shows some junctions that won't appear in my system. So, I must believe they are not legit. Lets remove them:

FRST64 will appear as C:\Users\PCR\Desktop\FRSTEnglish.exe

Download the enclosed file.

  • Save it in the same location FRSTEnglish.exe is saved.
  • Start FRSTEnglish.exe with Administrator privileges
  • This time around Press the Fix button and wait
  • When finished, a log file (Fixlog.txt) will pop up and saved in the same location the tool was ran from.
Please attach this file in your next reply. If too large, use an online upload service and post the link to it.

Afterwards, restart the computer and test.
 

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The reparse points are no longer an issue, however, the Deployment Image Servicing and Management (DISM), a command-line tool built into Windows 10 that allows network administrators to prepare, modify, and repair system images does not seem to be working. Try these commands at an Administrator Command prompt.

Dism /Online /Cleanup-Image /ScanHealth
Dism /Online /Cleanup-Image /CheckHealth

Let me know the outcome.
 
I will have someone to check the CBS log, but in your position I would backup your personal data and perform a clean install. Standby for an expert in the CBS and Windows store files.
 
Thank you. I really can't afford to lose the software on this computer. I hope we can fix it.

Thank you for your support and all you do!
 
Hi,

@JSntgRvr asked me to look at the CBS log, so please do the following.

Start the
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Farbar Recovery Scan Tool again.
  • Download the attachment fixlist.txt and save it to your desktop.
  • Right-click on FRSTEnglish.exe and select "Run as administrator".
  • Press the Fix button.
  • If for some reason the tool needs a restart, please make sure you let the system restart normally.
  • When finished, a log called Fixlog.txt will appear in the same directory the tool is run from.
  • Post the logfile Fixlog.txt as attachment in your next reply.
 

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Hi,

Please do the following.

Step 1. Download
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SFCFix and save it to your desktop.

Warning: This fix was written specifically for this system. Do not run this fix on another system.
  • Save any work you have open, and close all programs.
  • Download the attachment SFCFix.zip and save it to your desktop.
  • Drag the SFCFix.zip file over the SFCFix.exe executable and release it.
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  • SFCFix will launch, let it complete.
  • Once done, a file will appear on your desktop, called SFCFix.txt.
  • Post the logfile (SFCFix.txt) as attachment in your next reply.


Step 2. Run the following DISM command and post the result. If it fails attach a new copy of the CBS log.
Code: 
DISM /online /cleanup-image /RestoreHealth
 

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