Vista - Data Execution Protection - wth?

08-16-2008

"Cuisi" <guest@xxxxxx-email.com> wrote in message
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Quote:

>
> I have used the command prompt to disable DEP, or so I thought
> (bcdedit.exe/set nx AlwaysOff). But if I use the favorites folder off
> of the start menu without starting internet explorer beforehand I
> -still- get the DEP error message and IE will not start.
>
> A minor inconvenience, granted. But how can I be getting a DEP error
> when I have it turned off... I don't understand.
>
> I started searching for answers and stumbled on this forum. Nice place
>

. Wasn't sure which topic this question was for, so if this is the
> wrong one, I apologize.
>
> Cuisi
>
>
> --
> Cuisi

DEP is always on for 64 bit versions of Windows.

Explanation here:

http://support.microsoft.com/kb/929605

**Brink** · 08-16-2008

Quote: Originally Posted by Ian D

"Cuisi" <guest@xxxxxx-email.com> wrote in message
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Quote:

>
> I have used the command prompt to disable DEP, or so I thought
> (bcdedit.exe/set nx AlwaysOff). But if I use the favorites folder off
> of the start menu without starting internet explorer beforehand I
> -still- get the DEP error message and IE will not start.
>
> A minor inconvenience, granted. But how can I be getting a DEP error
> when I have it turned off... I don't understand.
>
> I started searching for answers and stumbled on this forum. Nice place
>

. Wasn't sure which topic this question was for, so if this is the
> wrong one, I apologize.
>
> Cuisi
>
>
> --
> Cuisi

DEP is always on for 64 bit versions of Windows.

Explanation here:

The system memory that is reported in the System Information dialog box in Windows Vista is less than you expect if 4 GB of RAM is installed

In addition, this is only for the 64 bit drivers and programs and not for Vista itself though.

**Cuisi** · 08-17-2008

Well, if it is only for 64 bit apps, that leaves me as confused as ever.

But for the record, the link you posted takes me to an article about RAM reporting less than 4 Gb with 4 Gb installed, nothing about DEP...

**SgtBaxter** · 08-17-2008

Quote: Originally Posted by Cuisi

Well, if it is only for 64 bit apps, that leaves me as confused as ever.

DEP isn't only for 32 bit applications.

DEP is always on for 64 bit applications, you cannot turn it off. I wouldn't turn it off for 32 bit apps, especially web browsers.

08-18-2008

Hi Cuisi,
As an information, on my system DEP is on for all programs and calling
Favorites sites directly without IE loaded , does not lead to data execution
protection alert.
I am running Vista Ultimate + SP1 + all upates installed. Good luck for your
quest.
André

"Cuisi" <guest@xxxxxx-email.com> wrote in message
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Quote:

>
> I have used the command prompt to disable DEP, or so I thought
> (bcdedit.exe/set nx AlwaysOff). But if I use the favorites folder off
> of the start menu without starting internet explorer beforehand I
> -still- get the DEP error message and IE will not start.
>
> A minor inconvenience, granted. But how can I be getting a DEP error
> when I have it turned off... I don't understand.
>
> I started searching for answers and stumbled on this forum. Nice place
>

. Wasn't sure which topic this question was for, so if this is the
> wrong one, I apologize.
>
> Cuisi
>
>
> --
> Cuisi

08-16-2008	#11 (permalink)
Ian D n/a posts	Re: Data Execution Protection - wth? "Cuisi" <guest@xxxxxx-email.com> wrote in message news:ebf9a29cad17eb95506250cb7674ddb0@xxxxxx-gateway.com... Quote: > > I have used the command prompt to disable DEP, or so I thought > (bcdedit.exe/set nx AlwaysOff). But if I use the favorites folder off > of the start menu without starting internet explorer beforehand I > -still- get the DEP error message and IE will not start. > > A minor inconvenience, granted. But how can I be getting a DEP error > when I have it turned off... I don't understand. > > I started searching for answers and stumbled on this forum. Nice place > . Wasn't sure which topic this question was for, so if this is the > wrong one, I apologize. > > Cuisi > > > -- > Cuisi DEP is always on for 64 bit versions of Windows. Explanation here: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/929605
My System Specs

08-16-2008	#12 (permalink)
Brink Vista x64 Ultimate SP2, Windows 7 Ultimate x64 25,972 posts	Re: Data Execution Protection - wth? Quote: Originally Posted by Ian D "Cuisi" <guest@xxxxxx-email.com> wrote in message news:ebf9a29cad17eb95506250cb7674ddb0@xxxxxx-gateway.com... Quote: > > I have used the command prompt to disable DEP, or so I thought > (bcdedit.exe/set nx AlwaysOff). But if I use the favorites folder off > of the start menu without starting internet explorer beforehand I > -still- get the DEP error message and IE will not start. > > A minor inconvenience, granted. But how can I be getting a DEP error > when I have it turned off... I don't understand. > > I started searching for answers and stumbled on this forum. Nice place > . Wasn't sure which topic this question was for, so if this is the > wrong one, I apologize. > > Cuisi > > > -- > Cuisi DEP is always on for 64 bit versions of Windows. Explanation here: The system memory that is reported in the System Information dialog box in Windows Vista is less than you expect if 4 GB of RAM is installed In addition, this is only for the 64 bit drivers and programs and not for Vista itself though.
My System Specs

08-17-2008	#13 (permalink)
Cuisi Home premium 64bit 7 posts	Re: Data Execution Protection - wth? Well, if it is only for 64 bit apps, that leaves me as confused as ever. But for the record, the link you posted takes me to an article about RAM reporting less than 4 Gb with 4 Gb installed, nothing about DEP...
My System Specs

08-17-2008	#14 (permalink)
SgtBaxter Vista Home Premium x64 132 posts	Re: Data Execution Protection - wth? Quote: Originally Posted by Cuisi Well, if it is only for 64 bit apps, that leaves me as confused as ever. DEP isn't only for 32 bit applications. DEP is always on for 64 bit applications, you cannot turn it off. I wouldn't turn it off for 32 bit apps, especially web browsers.
My System Specs

08-18-2008	#15 (permalink)
amlandreau n/a posts	Re: Data Execution Protection - wth? Hi Cuisi, As an information, on my system DEP is on for all programs and calling Favorites sites directly without IE loaded , does not lead to data execution protection alert. I am running Vista Ultimate + SP1 + all upates installed. Good luck for your quest. André "Cuisi" <guest@xxxxxx-email.com> wrote in message news:ebf9a29cad17eb95506250cb7674ddb0@xxxxxx-gateway.com... Quote: > > I have used the command prompt to disable DEP, or so I thought > (bcdedit.exe/set nx AlwaysOff). But if I use the favorites folder off > of the start menu without starting internet explorer beforehand I > -still- get the DEP error message and IE will not start. > > A minor inconvenience, granted. But how can I be getting a DEP error > when I have it turned off... I don't understand. > > I started searching for answers and stumbled on this forum. Nice place > . Wasn't sure which topic this question was for, so if this is the > wrong one, I apologize. > > Cuisi > > > -- > Cuisi
My System Specs

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