Windows sometimes places a security lock on downloaded .sys files, preventing them from executing.
Some security tools block dynamically loading kernel drivers:
Windows Security features like can block WinDivert because it is a kernel-mode driver.
Ensure you are using the correct version of the application for your operating system. If you try to run a 32-bit application using a 32-bit WinDivert driver on a 64-bit Windows OS, the kernel will reject the driver signature. Always download the or 64-bit version of your software for modern systems. Disable Core Isolation (Memory Integrity) Windows sometimes places a security lock on downloaded
This is the most common reason the error persists. By default, Windows 10 and 11 use a feature called . When you click "Shut Down," Windows doesn't actually perform a full cold boot; it saves the system state to a file to load faster next time.
Open (or your third-party antivirus dashboard). Go to Virus & threat protection > Protection history .
This comprehensive guide explains why this error happens and provides step-by-step solutions to get your software running smoothly. What is WinDivert and Why Does It Fail? If you try to run a 32-bit application
The error prevents applications using the Windows Packet Divert (WinDivert) library—such as GoodbyeDPI, Requrypt, VPNs, firewalls, or network tools—from intercepting and processing network packets. Even after a system reboot, the message frequently persists.
Look for processes like goodbyedpi.exe , req.exe , or similar network tools. Right-click the process and select . Step 2: Manually Remove the Stuck WinDivert Driver
Stop any programs that use WinDivert (like VPNs or the program that showed the error). By default, Windows 10 and 11 use a feature called
: If a restart doesn't work, manually stop and delete the existing service using the Command Prompt (run as Admin): sc stop windivert sc delete windivert
Check the official GitHub repository or website of the software you are using to see if a newer version is available.
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To avoid this error in the future:
