This high resource use is usually because of corrupted files or internal problems with Windows Update and is sometimes wrongly thought of as malware. However, WaaSMedicSvc is a legitimate Windows process, crucial for keeping your computer secure by regularly updating to protect against viruses and malware. In this article, we will discuss several ways to solve this error.
1. Check For Windows Update
Start by checking for Windows updates to get patches or fixes for issues with WaasMedic.exe. Regular updates often improve system processes like WaaSMedic, reducing CPU and memory use by fixing bugs or enhancing efficiency. This can directly address the high usage problem, keeping systems running smoothly and securely.
2. Boot Windows in Safe Mode
Running Windows in Safe Mode can help identify why WaaSMedic.exe uses too much CPU. Safe Mode loads only essential drivers and services, making it easier to see if the issue is due to WaaSMedic.exe or other software conflicts or corrupted files.
2.1 Clear Software Distribution Folder
In Safe Mode, clear the Software Distribution folder to address high CPU usage by WaasMedic.exe. This action removes old or corrupted update files causing the issue, allowing Windows to download fresh updates and restore normal CPU and memory use.
3. Disable WaaSMedic Agent Exe Via Registry
You can stop WaaSMedic Agent Exe from starting automatically by changing the registry. This prevents it from using too much CPU and memory when managing updates. While this can free up resources, be aware that turning it off might delay important Windows updates needed for security and performance.
4. Run Sfc and Dism Commands
The DISM and SFC commands help repair Windows. SFC checks for and replaces corrupted system files. If SFC doesn’t fix deeper problems, DISM repairs the Windows image, which can fix errors in Windows Update. Running both ensures system integrity and can reduce high resource usage by WaasMedic.exe caused by file issues.
5. Install the Windows Update Manually
If none of the solutions work, try pausing Windows Updates to stop WaasMedic and related tasks, reducing CPU usage. This can help while you wait for a Microsoft patch. You can also contact Microsoft Support for specific fixes or advice to address the issue. In case none of the methods fixed your issue, try resetting or restoring Windows to a previous state by following the steps detailed in the linked articles.
