Safer Networking Ltd. Spybot - Search & Destroy SYS SDHookDrv64.sys

Fix SDHookDrv64.sys Blue Screen of Death Errors (Free Downloads)

Last Updated: 11/27/2023
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Live Protection Driver files, such as SDHookDrv64.sys, are considered a type of Win64 EXE (Executable application) file. They are associated with the SYS file extension, developed by Safer Networking Ltd. for Spybot - Search & Destroy.

The first version of SDHookDrv64.sys was released for the Windows 10 Operating System on 07/01/2014 inside Spybot - Search & Destroy 2.4.40. The latest file version for Spybot - Search & Destroy 2.6.46 is v2.6.46.0 released on 06/19/2017.

Below, you find comprehensive file information, instructions for simple SYS file troubleshooting, and list of free SDHookDrv64.sys downloads for each available file version.

File Analysis Provided by Jason Geater (Author)

File Overview

General Information ^✻
File Name:	SDHookDrv64.sys
File Extension:	SYS file extension
Description:	Live Protection Driver
Object File Type:	Executable application
File Operating System:	Windows NT 32-bit
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
User Popularity Rating:

Developer and Software Information
Software Developer:	Safer-Networking Ltd.
Software Program:	Spybot - Search & Destroy
Legal Copyright:	© 2009-2017 Safer-Networking Ltd. All rights reserved.

File Details
Character Set:	ASCII
Language Code:	Neutral
File Flags:	(none)
File Flags Mask:	0x003f
Entry Point:	0x1500
Code Size:	51712

View Other SDHookDrv64.sys Information

File Info	Description
File Size:	81 kB
File Modification Date/Time:	2020:01:01 15:57:03+00:00
File Type:	Win64 EXE
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
Machine Type:	AMD AMD64
Time Stamp:	2017:03:29 15:07:27+00:00
PE Type:	PE32+
Linker Version:	8.0
Code Size:	51712
Initialized Data Size:	10240
Uninitialized Data Size:	0
Entry Point:	0x1500
OS Version:	4.0
Image Version:	0.0
Subsystem Version:	5.2
Subsystem:	Native
File Version Number:	2.6.46.0
Product Version Number:	2.6.46.0
File Flags Mask:	0x003f
File Flags:	(none)
File OS:	Windows NT 32-bit
Object File Type:	Executable application
File Subtype:	0
Language Code:	Neutral
Character Set:	ASCII
Company Name:	Safer-Networking Ltd.
File Description:	Live Protection Driver
File Version:	2.6.46.0
Legal Copyright:	© 2009-2017 Safer-Networking Ltd. All rights reserved.
Product Name:	Spybot - Search & Destroy
Product Version:	2.6.46.0
Legal Trademarks:	Spybot® and Spybot - Search & Destroy® are registered trademarks.

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What are SDHookDrv64.sys Error Messages?

SDHookDrv64.sys Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) Errors

There are a number of reasons why you could be encountering issues with SDHookDrv64.sys. Most of the issues concerning sys files involve Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) errors. These types of SDHookDrv64.sys errors can be cause by hardware problems, outdated firmware, corrupt drivers, or other software-related (eg. Spybot - Search & Destroy update) issues. Some of these errors include:

SDHookDrv64.sys could not be found.
SDHookDrv64.sys failed to load.
The file SDHookDrv64.sys is missing or corrupt.
Windows failed to start - SDHookDrv64.sys.

A problem has been detected and Windows has been shut down to prevent damage to your computer. The problem seems to be caused by the following file: SDHookDrv64.sys.

:( Your PC ran into a problem that it couldn't handle, and now needs to restart. You can search for the error online: [BSOD] (SDHookDrv64.sys).

STOP 0x0000000A: IRQL NOT LESS EQUAL (SDHookDrv64.sys) STOP 0x0000007E: SYSTEM THREAD EXCEPTION NOT HANDLED (SDHookDrv64.sys) STOP 0×0000007A: KERNEL DATA INPAGE (SDHookDrv64.sys) STOP 0x00000050: PAGE FAULT IN A NONPAGED AREA (SDHookDrv64.sys) STOP 0x0000003B: SYSTEM SERVICE EXCEPTION (SDHookDrv64.sys) STOP 0x0000001E: KMODE EXCEPTION NOT HANDLED (SDHookDrv64.sys)

It's Critical to Resolve Blue Screen of Death Errors

In the majority of cases, you will encounter SDHookDrv64.sys BSOD errors after you've installed new hardware, software (Spybot - Search & Destroy), or performed a failed Windows Update. In other cases, software corruption caused by a malware infection can lead to SDHookDrv64.sys Blue Screen of Death errors. Therefore, it's critical to make sure your anti-virus is kept up-to-date and scanning regularly.

GEEK TIP : As a rule of thumb, it's always a good idea to create a Windows "Snapshot" backup / System Restore Point before making any hardware or software changes to your computer. That way, it's very easy to restore your system in the unfortunate event you encounter a SDHookDrv64.sys Blue Screen of Death error after recent changes.

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How to Fix SDHookDrv64.sys Errors in 3 Steps (Time to complete: ~5-15 minutes)

If you're encountering one of the error messages above, follow these troubleshooting steps to resolve your SDHookDrv64.sys issue. These troubleshooting steps are listed in the recommended order of execution.

Step 1: Restore your PC back to the latest restore point, "snapshot", or backup image before error occurred.

To begin System Restore (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10):

Hit the Windows Start button
When you see the search box, type "System Restore" and press "ENTER".
In the search results, find and click System Restore.
Please enter the administrator password (if applicable / prompted).
Follow the steps in the System Restore Wizard to choose a relevant restore point.
Restore your computer to that backup image.

If the Step 1 fails to resolve the SDHookDrv64.sys error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: If recently installed Spybot - Search & Destroy (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling Spybot - Search & Destroy software.

You can uninstall Spybot - Search & Destroy software by following these instructions (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10):

Hit the Windows Start button
In the search box, type "Uninstall" and press "ENTER".
In the search results, find and click "Add or Remove Programs"
Find the entry for Spybot - Search & Destroy 2.6.46 and click "Uninstall"
Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall Spybot - Search & Destroy software.

If this Step 2 fails as well, please proceed to the Step 3 below.

Spybot - Search & Destroy 2.6.46

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Step 3: Perform a Windows Update.

When the first two steps haven't solved your issue, it might be a good idea to run Windows Update. Many SDHookDrv64.sys error messages that are encountered can be contributed to an outdated Windows Operating System. To run Windows Update, please follow these easy steps:

Hit the Windows Start button
In the search box, type "Update" and press "ENTER".
In the Windows Update dialog box, click "Check for Updates" (or similar button depending on your Windows version)
If updates are available for download, click "Install Updates".
After the update is completed, restart your PC.

If Windows Update failed to resolve the SDHookDrv64.sys error message, please proceed to next step. Please note that this final step is recommended for advanced PC users only.

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If Those Steps Fail: Download and Replace Your SDHookDrv64.sys File (Caution: Advanced)

If none of the previous three troubleshooting steps have resolved your issue, you can try a more aggressive approach (Note: Not recommended for amateur PC users) by downloading and replacing your appropriate SDHookDrv64.sys file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free SDHookDrv64.sys files for every applicable version of Spybot - Search & Destroy. Please follow the steps below to download and properly replace you file:

Locate your Windows operating system version in the list of below "Download SDHookDrv64.sys Files".
Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
Copy this file to the appropriate Spybot - Search & Destroy folder location:

Windows 10: C:\SpybotPortable\App\Spybot\
Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Spybot - Search & Destroy 2\
Restart your computer.

If this final step has failed and you're still encountering the error, you're only remaining option is to do a clean installation of Windows 10.

GEEK TIP : We must emphasize that reinstalling Windows will be a very time-consuming and advanced task to resolve SDHookDrv64.sys problems. To avoid data loss, you must be sure that you have backed-up all of your important documents, pictures, software installers, and other personal data before beginning the process. If you are not currently backing up your data, you need to do so immediately.

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Download SDHookDrv64.sys Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)

CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying SDHookDrv64.sys to your appropriate Windows system directory. Safer Networking Ltd. typically does not release Spybot - Search & Destroy SYS files for download because they are bundled together inside of a software installer. The installer's task is to ensure that all correct verifications have been made before installing and placing SDHookDrv64.sys and all other SYS files for Spybot - Search & Destroy. An incorrectly installed SYS file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

Spybot - Search & Destroy 2.6.46

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

SDHookDrv64.sys

2.6.46.0

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	Spybot - Search & Destroy
Software Version:	2.6.46.0
File Version:	2.6.46.0
File Size:	83360
File Date:	01/01/2020
MD5 Checksum:	54d839ebac001e0c48b316b0a89a6963
SHA1 Checksum:	f327c110c5f85d83d17ddf69b01c316b77112360
SHA256 Checksum:	052764002e5151d5c416fe58ccd37b0a919ab04f81d064a44ea4b77548966080
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\SpybotPortable\App\Spybot\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win64 EXE
Image Version:	0.0
Initialized Data Size:	10240
Linker Version:	8.0
Machine Type:	AMD AMD64
PE Type:	PE32+
Subsystem:	Native
Subsystem Version:	5.2
File Modification Date/Time:	01/01/2020

Spybot - Search & Destroy 2.4.40

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

SDHookDrv64.sys

64-bit (x64)

Expand for Detailed File Information +

OS Version:	Windows 10
File Size:	64160
File Date:	10/02/2019
MD5 Checksum:	d9ceba132b17622c4349af510348ee3e
SHA1 Checksum:	840e433e6c72365e931ae96eb8cb47e4e6ad6f43
SHA256 Checksum:	52c02367374467f10ee620924b1e47dd50159da8ea61683f9742ea6704a501cb
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files (x86)\Spybot - Search & Destr ...

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win64 EXE
Image Version:	0.0
Initialized Data Size:	1888
Linker Version:	8.0
Machine Type:	AMD AMD64
PE Type:	PE32+
Subsystem:	Native
Subsystem Version:	5.2
File Modification Date/Time:	10/02/2019

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Files Related to SDHookDrv64.sys

SYS Files Related to SDHookDrv64.sys

File Name	Description	Software Program (Version)	File Size (bytes)	File Location
SDHookDrv32.sys	Live Protection Driver	Spybot - Search & Destroy (2.6.46.0)	65648	C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\Microsoft.BingWeat...
SDHookDrv32.sys	Windows System Configuration	Spybot - Search & Destroy 2.4.40	46336	C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\Microsoft.BingWeat...
SDHookDrv64.sys	Windows System Configuration	Spybot - Search & Destroy 2.4.40	64160	C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\Microsoft.BingWeat...
NXQuery.sys	NX Support Check	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System (10.0.17134.1)	22792	C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\Packages\Microsof...
SDHookDrv64.sys	Live Protection Driver	Spybot - Search & Destroy (2.6.46.0)	83360	C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\Microsoft.BingWeat...

Other Files Related to SDHookDrv64.sys

File Name	Description	Software Program (Version)	File Size (bytes)	File Location
CBS.log	Log	Spybot - Search & Destroy 2.4.40	10390813	C:\Windows\Logs\CBS\
WmiApRpl.h	C/C++/Objective-C Header	Spybot - Search & Destroy 2.6.46	3444	C:\Windows\System32\wbem\Performance\
api-ms-win-core-sysinf...	ApiSet Stub DLL	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System (10.0.17134.12)	19064	C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\Microsoft\OneDriv...
diagwrn.xml	Extensible Markup Language	Spybot - Search & Destroy 2.4.40	35158	C:\Windows\Panther\UnattendGC\
diagerr.xml	Extensible Markup Language	Spybot - Search & Destroy 2.4.40	3813	C:\Windows\System32\Sysprep\Panther\

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