Drivers · medium

How to fix0x000000C4

DRIVER_VERIFIER_DETECTED_VIOLATION

What this error means

This medium-severity issue affects the system driver. Driver Verifier detected a violation in a running kernel-mode driver. Use the steps below to track down and fix the cause.

Before you begin

Save open work and back up important files. Note any recent driver or hardware changes. If Windows cannot start, use the startup guide first.

Work through these checks

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01Disable Driver Verifier via cmd

Disable Driver Verifier via cmd.

Use the instructions for your exact device and operating system. Check the manufacturer’s documentation before changing firmware, hardware, or system settings.

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02Update the offending driver

Update the offending driver.

Use the instructions for your exact device and operating system. Check the manufacturer’s documentation before changing firmware, hardware, or system settings.

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03Perform clean install of drivers

Perform clean install of drivers.

Use the instructions for your exact device and operating system. Check the manufacturer’s documentation before changing firmware, hardware, or system settings.

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Possible causes

  • Buggy device driver
  • Driver Verifier active configuration
  • Incompatible hardware driver