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How to Update, Download, and Fix Truecrypt.sys

Last Updated: 11/26/2023
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truecrypt.sys uses the SYS file extension, which is more specifically known as a TrueCrypt Driver file. It is classified as a Win64 EXE (Driver) file, created for TrueCrypt by TrueCrypt.

The first release in the Windows 10 Operating System for truecrypt.sys was on 07/03/2014 inside TrueCrypt 7.2. This is not only most recent release from TrueCrypt, but it's the only version known in existence.

Please see below for more detailed information, SYS file troubleshooting instructions, and free downloads of different versions of truecrypt.sys.

File Analysis Provided by Jason Geater (Author)

File Overview

General Information ^✻
File Name:	truecrypt.sys
File Extension:	SYS file extension
Description:	TrueCrypt Driver
Object File Type:	Driver
File Operating System:	Win32
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
User Popularity Rating:

Developer and Software Information
Software Developer:	TrueCrypt Foundation
Software Program:	TrueCrypt
Developer:	TrueCrypt
Software:	TrueCrypt
Software Version:	7.2

File Details
Character Set:	Unicode
Language Code:	English (U.S.)
File Flags:	(none)
File Flags Mask:	0x0017
Entry Point:	0x3e2e8
Code Size:	137728

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File Info	Description
File Size:	225 kB
File Modification Date/Time:	2019:12:13 16:56:34+00:00
File Type:	Win64 EXE
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
Machine Type:	AMD AMD64
Time Stamp:	2014:05:27 00:39:59+00:00
PE Type:	PE32+
Linker Version:	9.0
Code Size:	137728
Initialized Data Size:	111616
Uninitialized Data Size:	0
Entry Point:	0x3e2e8
OS Version:	6.1
Image Version:	6.1
Subsystem Version:	5.2
Subsystem:	Native
File Version Number:	7.2.0.0
Product Version Number:	7.2.0.0
File Flags Mask:	0x0017
File Flags:	(none)
File OS:	Win32
Object File Type:	Driver
File Subtype:	0
Language Code:	English (U.S.)
Character Set:	Unicode
Company Name:	TrueCrypt Foundation
File Description:	TrueCrypt Driver
File Version:	7.2
Product Name:	TrueCrypt
Product Version:	7.2
Legal Trademarks:	TrueCrypt

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What are truecrypt.sys Error Messages?

truecrypt.sys Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) Errors

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

truecrypt.sys could not be found.
truecrypt.sys failed to load.
The file truecrypt.sys is missing or corrupt.
Windows failed to start - truecrypt.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: truecrypt.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] (truecrypt.sys).

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

It's Critical to Resolve Blue Screen of Death Errors

In the majority of cases, you will encounter truecrypt.sys BSOD errors after you've installed new hardware, software (TrueCrypt), or performed a failed Windows Update. In other cases, software corruption caused by a malware infection can lead to truecrypt.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 truecrypt.sys Blue Screen of Death error after recent changes.

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How to Fix truecrypt.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 truecrypt.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 truecrypt.sys error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: If recently installed TrueCrypt (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling TrueCrypt software.

You can uninstall TrueCrypt 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 TrueCrypt 7.2 and click "Uninstall"
Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall TrueCrypt software.

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

TrueCrypt 7.2

TrueCrypt

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 truecrypt.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 truecrypt.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 truecrypt.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 truecrypt.sys file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free truecrypt.sys files for every applicable version of TrueCrypt. Please follow the steps below to download and properly replace you file:

Locate your Windows operating system version in the list of below "Download truecrypt.sys Files".
Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
Copy this file to the appropriate TrueCrypt folder location:

Windows 10: C:\Program Files\TrueCrypt\
Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\drivers\
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 truecrypt.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 truecrypt.sys Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)

CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying truecrypt.sys to your appropriate Windows system directory. TrueCrypt typically does not release TrueCrypt 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 truecrypt.sys and all other SYS files for TrueCrypt. An incorrectly installed SYS file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

truecrypt.sys

7.2.0.0

7.2

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	TrueCrypt
Software Version:	7.2.0.0
File Version:	7.2
File Size:	231352
File Date:	12/13/2019
MD5 Checksum:	23c62e1584dc4aa465aa59bc994b5ffe
SHA1 Checksum:	39d4b34d477325ce2d2a952aebfe326c1ebe9ebc
SHA256 Checksum:	0e433e5064818594c0b0d45d8e3c0977ac057264bde5304e71e42c41d546e4de
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files\TrueCrypt\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 EXE
Image Version:	6.1
Initialized Data Size:	95616
Linker Version:	9.0
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Native
Subsystem Version:	5.1
File Modification Date/Time:	12/13/2019

truecrypt.sys

7.2.0.0

7.2

64-bit (x64)

Expand for Detailed File Information +

OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	TrueCrypt
Software Version:	7.2.0.0
File Version:	7.2
File Size:	230840
File Date:	12/13/2019
MD5 Checksum:	643f853a22b405e2d5aab5927ae32dec
SHA1 Checksum:	2913da46bee3c5917e1a11ea63094d0cdcbff409
SHA256 Checksum:	e6a62d6e99c61a0903f671c0eb692488da1493904ed913107d50527647f505fe
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\drivers\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win64 EXE
Image Version:	6.1
Initialized Data Size:	111616
Linker Version:	9.0
Machine Type:	AMD AMD64
PE Type:	PE32+
Subsystem:	Native
Subsystem Version:	5.2
File Modification Date/Time:	12/13/2019

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Files Related to truecrypt.sys

SYS Files Related to truecrypt.sys

File Name	Description	Software Program (Version)	File Size (bytes)	File Location
truecrypt.sys	TrueCrypt Driver	TrueCrypt (7.2)	231352	C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Windows...
truecrypt-x64.sys	TrueCrypt Driver	TrueCrypt (7.2)	230840	C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Windows...
truecrypt.sys	TrueCrypt Driver	TrueCrypt (7.2)	230840	C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Windows...

Other Files Related to truecrypt.sys

File Name	Description	Software Program (Version)	File Size (bytes)	File Location
setupapi.dev.log	Log	TrueCrypt 7.2	684126	C:\Windows\inf\
diagerr.xml	Extensible Markup Language	TrueCrypt 7.2	5718	C:\Windows\System32\Sysprep\Panther\
EtwRTEventLog-Applicat...	Microsoft Event Trace Log	TrueCrypt 7.2	3456	C:\Windows\System32\LogFiles\WMI\RtBackup\
PerfStringBackup.INI	Windows Initialization	TrueCrypt 7.2	1321920	C:\Windows\System32\
api-ms-win-core-rtlsup...	ApiSet Stub DLL	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System (10.0.17134.12)	10600	C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\Microsoft\OneDriv...

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