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How to disable CDpusersvc error code 15100 in Windows 10/11

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Updated onOctober 4, 2023

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After upgrading to Windows 10 Anniversary Update, many users noticed a strange module in the Windows Service, that wasn’t previously there: CDpusersvc <Failed to Read Description. Error Code: 15100.

There is very little information available about this elusive module. Many Windows 10 users actually make fun of this situation, suggesting that Microsoft hasn’t filled in any description on this module simply because it doesn’t actually know what this service does.

Many Windows 10 users also report that CDpusersvc is really buggy. They keep on gettingerrorlogs for services that use it, as well as security violations. The most intriguing thing for users is that they can’t find what the app is in order to adjust the privileges.

The good news is that thiserrorcan safely be ignored as it doesn’t affect Windows in any manner. If it becomes too annoying, you can remove it using Regedit.

CDpusersvc error code 15100can appear on your PC and lead to various issues. Speaking of CDpusersvc and issues, these are some of the common problems that users reported:

How to disable CDpusersvc in Windows 10

1. Change your registry

According to users, one way to fixCDpusersvc error code 15100is to modify your registry. Your registry holds all sorts of sensitive information and it allows you to disable various services such as this one.

We have to warn you that modifying the registry can be potentially dangerous, so use extra caution.

2. Remove the problematic update

Once you remove the update, check if the problem with Cdpusersvc is resolved. If so, you should probably block this update from installing again.

Windows 10 automatically installs the missing updates, and if you don’t block this update from installing, the issue will soon reemerge. In one of our previous, we explained how toblock Windows updates on Windows 10in order to remove potential issues with automatic updates.

According to users, sometimesCDpusersvc error code 15100can appear after an update. If this happens, it’s advised that you find and remove the problematic update from your PC.

If you recently installed a system update, and you’re encountering this issue, it’s advised to find and remove that update in order to fix the problem.

3. Install the latest updates

Windows will now check for available updates and download any pending updates in the background. Once the updates are downloaded, simply restart your PC in order to install them. After your system is updated to the latest version, check if the problem still persists.

4. Isolate the process

After running this command, the Cdpusersvc process will be isolated forcibly and that might be able to fix any problems related to it.

5. Create a .bat file to stop the service

After doing that, you just need to locate thefix.batfile and run it, and the Cdpusersvc service should be stopped. Keep in mind that this is just a workaround, so you’ll need to repeat it if the issue reappears.

6. Scan your PC for malware

Thecdpusersvcprocess usually comes followed by a random array of numbers, which makes it look suspicious. Many users mistakenly confuse this process with malware since it has such an unusual name.

If you fear that your PC might be infected by malware, we advise you to perform a full system scan with antivirus software. For this purpose, you should consider removing malware issues usingthe best anti-malware softwareon the market.

7. Perform a System Restore

Once your PC is restored, check if the problem still persists. Keep in mind that this issue might be caused by a Windows Update, and if that’s the case, find the problematic update and block it from installing.

How to disable CDpusersvc error code 15100 in Windows 10/11#

How to disable CDpusersvc in Windows 10#

1. Change your registry#

2. Remove the problematic update#

3. Install the latest updates#

4. Isolate the process#

5. Create a .bat file to stop the service#

6. Scan your PC for malware#

7. Perform a System Restore#