So this isn't a fix, but I did find a work-around that at least lets me at least play single-player. This is from another EA thread:
3 weeks ago
I have the same problem until I read on a reddit post that someone figured out that the easyanticheat launcher was launching on both the Origin AND Epic games platform. He said by renaming the file "starwarssquadrons_launcher.exe" file in Program Files (x86)\Origin Games\STAR WARS Squadrons you will be able to launch the game fine. However, I found out that by doing that you won't be able to play in Multiplayer since the game thinks you are not running easyanticheat and I got a leaver penalty because the game kicks me out to the lobby. I have tried going to the easyanticheat folder and reinstalling/repairing but did nothing.
I have also opened a support ticket with both EA and Webroot. EA hasn't said anything in over a week. Hopefully Webroot will be more supportive (and responsive).
For those interested, here's the original thread:
@gmr2048 Do you know if this issue only effects Epic Webroot users? Are Steam webroot players unaffected?
@Malcom_BlackSorry, I don't know about the Steam version. I have the EA/Epic version. Somehow Epic sold the EA license...I dunno how that works. When I try to launch the program, both launchers open. It's weird.
Got a not-very-helpful reply from Webroot:
Hello,
Thank you for contacting Webroot Support.
Webroot has received reports of symptoms similar to those that you have reported. Your case has been brought to the attention of our Product Management and Development teams for review and further prioritization. We do not, however, have a timeline for resolution at this time.
We appreciate you bringing this to our attention as we continue to investigate these reports further.
Regards,
Webroot Support
