What is 0x000000FC?
ATTEMPTED_EXECUTE_OF_NOEXECUTE_MEMORY is a high-severity Windows operating system issue. An attempt was made to execute code in memory that is marked as 'read only'. This usually traces back to outdated and incompatible drivers, buffer Overflow attack and defective RAM. The steps below are ordered to resolve this efficiently.
Common Causes
- Outdated and incompatible drivers
- Buffer Overflow attack
- Defective RAM
Step-by-Step Fix Guide
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Update drivers (often sound or network)
Update drivers (often sound or network) resolves the majority of 0x000000FC cases on its own, making it the logical starting point.
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Check your system for viruses
A recurrence usually points to a rarer windows instability cause, which is what the following steps are meant to catch.
Commands & Diagnostics
mdsched.exe
Frequently Asked Questions
Outdated and incompatible drivers accounts for the majority of 0x000000FC reports; buffer Overflow attack and defective RAM come up less often but are documented.
Try "Update drivers (often sound or network)" first — it resolves most 0x000000FC cases on its own. Only work through the rest of the guide above if it comes back.
0x000000FC is a high-severity error. It won't damage your PC instantly, but repeated occurrences usually point to a deeper problem worth addressing soon.
You shouldn't need to. Work through the guide above first — a reinstall is only worth considering if none of those steps help.
Sometimes. Microsoft regularly releases patches that fix known BSOD triggers including 0x000000FC. Make sure Windows is fully up to date via Settings → Windows Update before attempting more advanced fixes.
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