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KERNEL-MODE-HEAP-CORRUPT

Kernel mode heap corruption

CRITICAL Drivers ID: DRV-385

What is KERNEL-MODE-HEAP-CORRUPT?

A kernel-mode driver corrupted the kernel heap. Results in unpredictable BSODs with varying stop codes.

Common Causes

Buggy third-party kernel driver
Outdated antivirus or security software kernel component
Corrupted driver installation

Step-by-Step Fix Guide

1
Use Driver Verifier to identify the culprit driver
2
Boot into Safe Mode and uninstall recently installed drivers
3
Check minidumps with WinDbg

Commands & Diagnostics

verifier /standard /all

verifier /reset

windbg -z C:\Windows\Minidump\*.dmp

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