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Kernel-mode Hardware-enforced Stack Protection is Off [Fix]
Fix this error message by modifying values in your registry
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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Your PC security should be your priority, but many users reported Kernel-mode hardware-enforced stack protection is off message inWindows Defender.
This message can leave your PC vulnerable to malware attacks, so you must fix this problem as soon as possible.
Luckily, there are ways to solve this issue, and in today’s guide, we will show you the best way to fix this.
What is kernel mode hardware-enforced stack protection?
This feature is associated with Local Security Authority Protection, and it’s designed to protect sensitive information, such as your login credentials or encryption keys.
Using this feature, your computer will block untrusted code from running in kernel mode and keep your PC safe.
How can I fix Kernel-mode hardware-enforced stack protection is off error?
Before we start fixing this issue, you might want to do the following:
1. Modify the registry
The KSHSP will now be enabled. If it’s not, do the following:
2. Uninstall the GameGuard and other anti-cheat software
According to users, the issue isGameGuardsoftware that comes withPhantasy Star Online 2. After uninstalling the game, the issue should be gone.
Keep in mind that other anti-cheat applications can cause this issue. Users reported it withValorantandVanguard, but after removing the game, the issue was gone.
3. Enable virtualization in BIOS
4. Perform an in-place upgrade
After the installation is finished, check if the problem is resolved.
These are just some methods that can fix the Kernel-mode Hardware-enforced Stack Protection is off. Your device may be vulnerable error.
If the problem persists, perhaps you should consider using a third-party antivirus. Many great antivirus solutions for Windows offer better protection than Windows Defender.
Did we miss a solution that worked for you? If so, let us know in the comments section below.
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Milan Stanojevic
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Milan has been enthusiastic about technology ever since his childhood days, and this led him to take interest in all PC-related technologies. He’s a PC enthusiast and he spends most of his time learning about computers and technology.
Before joining WindowsReport, he worked as a front-end web developer. Now, he’s one of the Troubleshooting experts in our worldwide team, specializing in Windows errors & software issues.
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Before joining WindowsReport, he worked as a front-end web developer. Now, he’s specialized in Windows errors & software issues.
