Hassle-Free Procedures To Resolve Kernel_Security_Check_Failure On Windows 10

Windows users can receive the Kernel_security_check_failure stop error or Blue screen of death on their Windows 10 system while opening an Adobe program, like Photoshop.

 

Several reasons can be responsible for this problem on your Windows system. One of the most common reasons is an outdated version of the graphics card driver on the system. Sometimes, this problem even shows up, if the memory slot is damaged. 

 

An outdated version of the Operating System and malware infection can also cause this issue on the Windows 10 system. If there is a problem with the hard disk then also you may face this problem.

 

So, if you are also facing the Kernel_security_check_failure on Windows 10, then do not worry. In this article, we have come up with some tested and useful procedures that will help you to resolve this glitch without any difficulty. So, go through this article thoroughly and overcome the situation you are in.

Fixes to Solve Kernel_Security_Check_Failure

There are many procedures that you can use to eliminate the Kernel_security_check_failure error on a Windows 10 system. And those procedures are given below. So, you must try them to fix this problem on your computer on your own.

Procedure 1 –  Enable Legacy Advanced Boot Menu 

This is one of the most effective procedures to get rid of this problem on the system. Follow these directions:

 

1. At first, restart the system and put the Windows 10 bootable media into the media drive. 
2. Now, Windows Setup box will appear. Select the Next button.
3. In the next window, select the Repair your computer button. After that, click on the Troubleshoot button from the Choose an option window.
4. In the Troubleshoot window, select the Advanced options button and then click on the Command Prompt option.
5. In the Command Prompt window, type C: and then hit the Enter button. After that, type BCDEDIT /SET {DEFAULT} BOOTMENUPOLICY LEGACY in the Command Prompt and then hit the Enter button to run this command. 

 

Once it is executed, restart the system and then check if the problem still appears or not. 

Procedure 2 – Run the System File Checker Tool

System File Checker tool is one of the most useful tools of Windows. Using this tool, you can quickly fix the Kernel_security_check_failure problem on the system. So, to run this tool, follow the directions cited below:

 

1. From the keyboard, press the Win + S buttons together to launch the Search box. Type CMD, right-click on the result named CMD and select Run as administrator.
2. In the Command Prompt window, type the following command and then hit the Enter key. 

                                            SFC/scannow

1. After completing the scanning process, reboot your PC and then check if the issue has been fixed or not. 

Procedure 3 – Run Memory Diagnostic Tool

Memory diagnostic tool is an in-built tool of Windows. Running the memory diagnostic tool can sometimes fix this issue on your computer. So, you should run this tool. 

 

Follow the instructions given below:

 

1. Hold the Windows Home button and press the R key to launch the Run dialog box. Type mdsched.exe and then hit the Enter key or click on the OK option.
2. In the Windows Memory Diagnostic window, select the Restart now and check for problems(recommended) option to find whether the problem is with the memory card or not.  
3. After the process completes, if any problem appears, then we will suggest you exchange the memory card with a new one. 

Procedure 4 – Scan Hard Disk for Error

A faulty hard disk can also be the reason behind the blue screen error on the system. So, you need to scan the hard drive. Go through these steps:

 

1. Press the Windows Home button and at the same time press the E key to launch the File Explorer window. 
2. From the File Explorer window, select This PC and then right-click on the Hard Disk that you want to scan. Select the Properties button. 
3. On the Properties window, go to the Tools tab and then click on the Check option. 

Now, the system will check whether the hard disk drive is error-free or not. If any problems are found with the hard drive, it’s better to buy and use a new one.. 

Procedure 5 – Update all the Drivers

The Kernel_security_check_failure problem can be caused due to outdated drivers. So, you need to check if the drivers are updated or not. 

 

To update the drivers follow these instructions:

 

1. Press the Windows Home button and X key together to launch the WinX menu list. Select the Device Manager application.
2. When the Device Manager window opens, navigate to the left panel and find Display Adapters, select it to expand. 
3. After that, right-click on the drivers one by one. Choose the Update Software Driver button to begin the update process.

 

Once the update process is complete for each of the drivers, reboot your computer and then check if the Windows 10 system works properly without any issue. 

Procedure 6 – Install the Latest Version of Operating System

You must use the latest version of the Operating System on your PC. Sometimes, an older version of the OS can cause the Kernel_security_check_failure on Windows 10 system. So, you must keep the system up to date. 

 

The following steps will help you:

 

1. First of all, press the Win + I buttons to launch the Settings window.
2. When the Settings window opens, double-click on the Update and Security section.
3. In the Update and Security window, select the Update tab from the left panel.
4. On the right side of the window, select the Check for updates button to find if any updates are available or not. 
5. If any update is available, then you will get an option Update, click on it. 

 

After finishing the update process, restart the computer and check if the problem still appears or not. 

Procedure 7 – Scan your Computer

You need to run a full scan of your computer to eliminate this issue from the system. You can use the Windows Defender to scan your PC. To do that, follow these instructions:

 

1. Launch the Search box, type Defender and then hit the Enter key.
2. When the Windows Defender Security Center window opens, go to the left panel and click on the Shield icon.
3. Next, on the same window, find the Advanced scan button and click on it. After that, you will see the Full scan button, click on it to scan the system 

 

Once the scanning process is complete, reboot the device and then check if the problem is still present or not. 

Procedure 8 – Check the Disk for Errors

An alternative procedure that you can use to eliminate this problem from your computer is to check the disk for errors. Follow the steps given below:

 

1. Right-click on the Windows Home icon to launch the WinX menu list and then choose the Command Prompt(Admin).
2. Enter chkdsk C: /f in the Command Prompt window and then hit the Enter button.

 

After executing this command, check whether the problem still shows or not. 

Procedure 9 – Perform a System Restore

If the previous procedures did not help you, then this is the last method you can try to fix the issue. To perform a system restore, follow these directions carefully:

 

1. Launch the Settings window by pressing the Win + I buttons.
2. Locate the Update and Security section, select it. After that, click on the Recovery tab on the left pane. 
3. On the Recovery window, go to Reset this PC and select the Get Started button and then select the keep your files option. 
4. After that, you need to follow the onscreen directions appearing on the screen to finish the reset process. 

 

We hope this article helps you in resolving the Kernel_security_check_failure problem. We have explained simple procedures above to eliminate this issue from the device immediately. 

 

If you face any problem while performing these steps, then you need to talk to a professional to resolve this issue on your system.