Have you been using Windows for years? If so, you've probably encountered the infamous "Blue Screen of Death" (BSOD) at least once. Due to its severity, a Kernel Mode Stack Crash might occur. This typically happens when there's hardware incompatibility or a software conflict.

A Blue Screen of Death (BSoD) is a common issue on Windows computers that leads to system crashes. So, if you encounter this particular BSoD error, don't panic! In this guide, we'll discuss the reasons behind it and present eight effective solutions to fix the Kernel-Mode Heap Corruption on Startup problem.

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Solutions That Worked Step-by-Step Troubleshooting
1. Check Event Viewer Try to start Windows twice or insert the Installation DVD and fail to enter WinRE...Full Steps
2. Check Graphics Driver Right-click on the Start icon and select Device Manager from the list...Full Steps
3. Update Device Drivers Press the Windows key and letter X on your keyboard to access...Full Steps
4. Repair Corrupted System Files Press the Windows logo key on your keyboard to open the Run dialog box...Full Steps
Other Working Solutions Check RAM > Run Driver Verifier Manager > Uninstall incompatible software...Full Steps

Why Does 'Kernel Mode Heap Corruption' Occur in Windows 11/10?

First, one of the modes of operation for a CPU is called kernel mode (the other is simply called user mode). By default, a process executing in kernel mode has unfettered access to the hardware. Here are some of the most common reasons why.

Why does the kernel mode heap corruption error occur?

Corrupted System Files

A corrupted hard drive directory can cause files to appear as if they are missing, leading to further loss or damage of data.

Invoking a component out of bounds

This might be because your computer is trying to read an element that is larger than the indexed item collection.

Faulty or degraded hardware component

Computer components degrade over time, especially if mistreated, and software can be used to verify their health, but you should also check their physical state.

General memory problem or memory leak

This is the result of fragmentation in a computer's RAM, which occurs when applications are programmed or designed not to release blocks of memory when they are no longer needed.

8 Proven Ways to Fix the 'Kernel Mode Stack Inpage Error' Blue Screen Issue

The following are absolute methods that have helped many Windows users. So, before you call in the computer tech, why not try these solutions yourself to fix the kernel mode heap corruption while installing Windows 10? Work your way down the list until you find what suits you.

Solution 1: Check the Event Viewer to fix kernel mode heap corruption

To perform this procedure, your PC must be able to boot into Safe Mode with Windows 10. Whenever your computer fails to start Windows properly, you should first attempt to enter Safe Mode following the instructions below!

    1. Attempt to start Windows or the installation DVD twice in a row, but don't get into WinRE. 2. Once in WinRE, select Troubleshoot > Advanced options. 3. To start in Safe Mode, click on Startup Settings, then press F5 to choose the Enable safe mode with networking option.

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Please follow the instructions below to verify Event Viewer after starting Windows 10 in Safe Mode:

1. Hold down ⊞ Win+R to open the "Run" dialog, then type "eventvwr." Press ↵ Enter to launch Event Viewer.

Step 3: Once you find the log, read the description carefully, as it might reveal the root cause of the problem. To further aid in troubleshooting, take note of the “Source” and “Event ID” information as well.

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You can resolve this issue by examining the Windows logs.

Solution 2: Check your graphics driver to fix kernel mode heap corruption

Outdated graphics drivers can be one of the causes of kernel mode heap corruption. Thus, here are the steps to resolve this issue:

Step 1. Right-click the Start icon on the taskbar, and select Device Manager from the list.

Step 2: Double-click on the graphics card driver under "Display adapters," and the Properties box will open.

Step 3: After accessing the “Driver” tab, click on “Update Driver” or “Roll Back Driver.”

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Step 4: Click OK immediately when the processing is finished.

Step 5. If you chose to update the driver, click on the option to search automatically for updated driver software.

Step 6: Restart your computer and check if the “Kernel Mode Stack Inpage Error” BSOD issue is fixed.

Solution 3: Update Device Drivers to Fix the Blue Screen Error

Outdated or damaged device drivers can be the source of a corrupt kernel mode stack. Check that all your device drivers are up to date, especially your graphics card driver. If an outdated driver is causing the BSOD error, try the following steps.

Step 1. Press the Windows key and X on your keyboard to open the Power User menu.

Step 2: Switch to Device Manager.

Step 3: Add the problematic widget.

Step 4: You can find "Update driver software" by right-clicking on the device.

Step 5: Select Automatically check for driver software updates.

It might take some time for the Device Manager to show the updated drivers through Windows Update. Therefore, if the Device Manager doesn't detect any new updates, you might need to check your device manufacturer's support website to download and install the latest drivers manually.

Fix 4: Repair corrupted system files to resolve the kernel mode heap corruption issue

Corrupted system files can sometimes be the cause of a blue screen of death. You can use a built-in program called the System File Checker to scan for and restore corrupted or missing system files, if necessary. However, this program only analyzes critical system files and won't fix DLL files or entries in the Windows Registry.

Step 1: Scan with the System File Checker (SFC) tool

The Windows File Checker tool can locate and fix damaged system files.

    1. To open the "Run" dialog box using your keyboard, press the Windows logo key and R simultaneously. Type "cmd", then press Ctrl+Shift+Enter to open Command Prompt with administrator privileges. 2. When prompted for permission to make changes to your device, click "Yes." 3. In the Command Prompt, type the following command: sfc /scannow. 4. After typing the command, hit the Enter key on your keyboard. The SFC tool will begin scanning all system files and replacing any corrupted or missing ones. 5. Wait for the verification process to finish. Once it's completed, restart your computer for the changes to take effect.

Run SFC

Step 2: Use the dism.exe to scan

An built-in Windows tool called Deployment Image Servicing and Management (DISM) can check your Windows installation for problems and fix them when it finds them.

To open the “Run” dialog box from the keyboard, press the Windows logo key and R at the same time. Type `cmd`, then hold down Ctrl+Shift and press Enter to open Command Prompt as an administrator.

    If prompted for permission, click Yes. Type the following command at the Command Prompt:

The command `Dism /online /cleanup-image /restorehealth` is utilized for fixing the system image in the Windows operating system. In Chinese, it's translated as: ``` DISM /在线 /清理映像 /恢复健康 ``` This command is primarily used to scan and repair system files, ensuring the integrity and stability of the system. "在线" indicates that it's working on the running system, "cleanup-image" signifies cleaning or repairing the image, and "restorehealth" means to restore the system image to a healthy state.

    1. Press the "Enter" key on your keyboard. The DISM tool will begin scanning for problems and attempting to fix them.
    2. Wait for the process to finish. Once your computer restarts, check to see if the kernel mode heap corruption issue is still present.

Run DISM

This solution can also fix the Unexpected Store Exception error in Windows 10.

Fix 5: Repair kernel mode heap corruption by checking the RAM

Memory issues are also considered as another major reason for Kernel-Mode Heap corruption. To deal with this, you must detect and fix any RAM problems through memory diagnostics. Likewise, this method can only be carried out when your computer is booted in Safe Mode or Windows Mode. The steps to fix this error include checking the RAM.

Step 1: In the Windows search box, type “Memory Diagnostics.” Then, click on the most relevant icon to open the “Windows Memory Diagnostic.”

Step 2: Choose Restart now and check for problems.

Check RAM

Step 3: Your computer will automatically restart and run a memory test. When the scan is finished, it will start up again. You'll then need to follow the steps below to view the diagnostic report created in the Event Viewer.

    1. Open the Event Viewer.
    2. Navigate to Windows Logs, then click on System.
    3. In the right pane, click on Filter Current Log.
    4. In the Event Source drop-down menu, select MemoryDiagnostics-Results, then click OK.
    5. Double-click the most recent result log to see if the diagnostics were successful.   

Fix 6: Run the Driver Verifier Manager to fix the error

A Kernel Mode Stack Crash can also be caused by other faulty drivers. Therefore, if the above solution doesn't work for you, try using the Driver Verifier to check for any problematic drivers. Follow these steps:

< b > Step 1. &nbsp;You can access the Driver Verifier Manager in one of two ways.

  • Press "Windows + X" simultaneously and choose "Windows PowerShell (Admin).” Type "verifier" and hit Enter to launch the Driver Verifier Manager.
  • In the Windows search bar, type "cmd," right-click on "Command Prompt," and select "Run as administrator." Then input "verifier" and press Enter to start the Driver Verifier Manager.

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Step 2. Check the box for "Create standard settings," then click "Next." Confirm that you've selected "Automatically select all drivers installed on this computer," and then click "Finish." Windows will now scan your drivers for issues and reboot your PC if necessary.

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Step 3: When your PC restarts, Windows will show you which drivers are problematic. You'll then need to update, rollback, or reinstall these drivers.

Fix 7: Uninstall incompatible software to address Kernel Mode Heap Overflow issue

To resolve blue screen issues caused by an older program that is only compatible with Windows 7/8, follow these steps to run it in compatibility mode:

Step 1. Right-click the desktop shortcut for the software and select "Open file location."

Step 2: Right-click the application executable and select Properties.

Step 3. Go to the “Compatibility” tab and check the box next to “Run this program in compatibility mode for.” Click “OK” to save the changes.

If the software conflict is caused by another reason, you should uninstall the incompatible program as described below.

    1. Press Windows + R simultaneously to open the Run utility. 2. Type "cpl" in the Run dialog box, then hit Enter. This will open the "Programs and Features" window. 3. Right-click on the incompatible application and select "Uninstall" from the context menu.

Uninstall the program

Solution 8: Reinstall Windows 10 to Fix the Blue Screen Error

If none of the above solutions work for you, you might need to reinstall or reset Windows 10 to fix the Blue Screen of Death in Windows 10.

A clean install of Windows will wipe your entire system drive, including all your apps and personal data. To do this, you'll need a USB flash drive or another external storage device. Though this method is more involved than the previous one, it has a greater impact. Here's how to do a clean installation of Windows 10 to fix this error:

Step 1. Download and use the Windows 11/10 Media Creation Tool to create an installation ISO.

Step 2: Double-click the "Setup" file to open it.

Step 3: Choose Download and install updates (recommended).

Step 4. Follow the on-screen instructions.

Reinstall Windows 10

If you continue to receive the Kernel Mode Heap Corruption error, watch this video for additional help.

  • 0.26 Run a CHKDSK scan
  • 1.03 Update all drivers
  • 1.26 Perform an SFC scan
  • 2.00 Run the Hardware and Devices troubleshooter

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Conclusions

Users can become frustrated when faced with a “Kernel Data Inpage Error” blue screen, but these problems are more common than you might think. Running through the above diagnostic steps should resolve the issue in most cases.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) about Kernel Mode Heap Corruption at Startup

Here are some common questions to better understand the "Kernel mode stack overflow on boot" error:

1. What is a kernel panic?

A. A Kernel Mode Crash (KMC), also known as a Blue Screen of Death (BSoD), is a system crash caused by an error in the operating system's kernel. When users encounter a KMC, they witness a blue screen and an unexpected failure of their computer.

How to fix the Kernel Data Inpage Error in Windows 10?

The best way to fix a kernel data page error is as follows.

    - Repair the hard drive - Run a virus scan - Perform DISM and SFC scans - Conduct a memory diagnostic - Check external hardware devices

How to fix the Blue Screen of Death in Windows 10?

The article below will show you how to fix Windows 10 blue screen of death issue.

  • Fixes blue screen issues after or during Windows 10 updates
  • Removes blue screen errors that occur while using apps or devices in Windows 10

4. How do I fix a failed kernel security check?

Here are the fixes for the Kernel Security Check Failure error.

    • Repair system files and damaged sectors, which are the root cause of kernel security check issues
    • Run a disk error check and repair on the system drive
    • Run memory diagnostic tools to address kernel security check failures
    • Try system restore to fix kernel-related blue screen issues