I've been experiencing multiple Blue Screen of Death (BSoD) crashes on my Windows 10 PC over the last month, with a total of four different error codes. The system is a 64-bit machine built in January 2022 and appears to function normally outside of these random crashes. Here's a breakdown of the error codes I've encountered:
1. KERNEL_MODE_HEAP_CORRUPTION
2. KERNEL_SECURITY_CHECK_FAILURE
3. BAD_POOL_CALLER_SVCHOST
4. KMODE_EXCEPTION_NOT_HANDLED
I've already tried running System File Checker (SFC), Deployment Imaging Service and Management Tool (DISM), and Windows Memory Diagnostic, all of which came back with no issues detected. Given that these errors suggest a potential driver or hardware problem, I've conducted malware scans and ensured my BIOS and all drivers, including for the GPU, are up to date. I even swapped out a sound card, but the BSoDs persisted.
The crashes are happening every other day and seem random—sometimes while I'm gaming or even when the system is idle. I've switched off sleep mode to see if that would help, but it hasn't. It's quite frustrating to deal with multiple BSoDs rather than just one consistent error. Any advice on what I can try next?
3 Answers
I had a similar experience, and what worked for me was tracking down problematic drivers. The dumps you shared point to issues with NetLimiter's driver, nldrv.sys. Try uninstalling it and see if the crashes still happen. It's possible that it could be contributing to those memory-related issues. If you're still having trouble, getting rid of any old or unnecessary drivers can help too.
You should definitely start by gathering those dump files from the crashes; they're crucial for diagnosing the problem accurately. Check if you can access `C:WindowsMinidump` for any crash logs. If you find any, zip them up and upload them to a file-sharing service. This will help whoever’s assisting you to analyze the issues better.
Since you've already checked basic diagnostics, I recommend using Memtest86 to check your RAM thoroughly. It could uncover issues that other tests might miss. Additionally, stress testing your hardware with tools like Prime95 for the CPU and FurMark for the GPU can give you insights into any underlying problems. Also, consider a fresh reinstall of Windows if the system's been running the same install for more than a year; it could help clear up underlying software bugs.
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