Avira Antivirus Is Causing Windows PCs To Run So Hard They Freeze Up, Fix Available

Avira antivirus software’s recent update has reportedly caused freezing and performance lag on PC systems, according to a discussion thread on Reddit. The parent company, Gen Digital, identified a bug causing the problem and has issued a new update to resolve the issue. The company has also suggested that uninstalling the Avira software will protect users as Microsoft Defender activates, even if the new update does not reach all computers.