"Error 0xC0000005 (Access Violation) when attempting to inject the hack."

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Problem: I get "Error 0xC0000005" when trying to run the loader. How do I fix?

Solution: 


I. What is that error code?

The error code 0xC0000005, officially an Access Violation, is a critical Windows error. It means that a program (in this case, the cheat loader/injector) attempted to read from or write to a memory location that it was not authorized to access.

In the context of injecting an external process (like a cheat into a game), this error almost always indicates a conflict with a security measure or a system-level instability issue.

II. Primary Causes in Injection Scenarios

When this error occurs during the injection phase, the cause is typically one of the following:

Cause	Context Specificity
1. Anti-Cheat (AC) Detection/Blocking	The game's anti-cheat software (like Vanguard, EAC, BattleEye, etc.) has detected the loader's attempt to access the game process's protected memory and is actively terminating the process with an Access Violation to prevent the injection.
2. Security Software Conflict	Windows Defender, a third-party antivirus, or the Windows Firewall is actively scanning or blocking the loader or the resulting DLL/memory modification, causing a process crash.
3. Data Execution Prevention (DEP) Conflict	DEP is a core Windows security feature designed to prevent code from executing in non-executable memory regions. The injection method may be incompatible with DEP, leading to the violation.
4. Corrupted System/Hardware	Unstable CPU/RAM overclocking, outdated drivers, or corrupted system files (especially ntdll.dll or related modules) can cause the system itself to incorrectly handle memory, leading to a false or genuine Access Violation.

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III. Step-by-Step Troubleshooting (The Fix)

Follow these steps in order to isolate and resolve the 0xC0000005 error:

Step 1: Security/Permissions Checklist (Most Common Fixes)

1. Run as Administrator: Right-click the Loader/Injector .exe file and select "Run as administrator." This grants the necessary high-level permissions to interact with the game process memory.

2. Disable Antivirus/Firewall: Temporarily and completely disable Windows Defender Real-time Protection and any third-party antivirus/anti-malware software. The access violation can be the result of your security software intercepting and terminating the loader. (Remember to add an exclusion later if this works.)

Step 2: Disable Data Execution Prevention (DEP)

If security software is not the issue, DEP incompatibility is the next likely cause.

1. Open the Run dialog by pressing Windows Key + R.

2. Type sysdm.cpl and press Enter to open System Properties.

3. Go to the Advanced tab, and under Performance, click Settings.

4. Switch to the Data Execution Prevention tab.

5. Select "Turn on DEP for essential Windows programs and services only."

6. Click Apply and restart your computer.

Step 3: Check System File Integrity

Corrupted system files can interfere with memory management APIs.

1. Open the Command Prompt as an Administrator.

2. Run the System File Checker command:

   sfc /scannow

3. Let the scan complete. If it finds and repairs files, restart your PC and try again.

Step 4: Check for Overclocking/Stability

If the issue persists, the cause may be hardware-related, specifically if you have pushed your system to its limits.

1. Reset Overclocks: Go into your BIOS/UEFI settings and disable any CPU or GPU overclocks.

2. Disable XMP/EXPO: Temporarily disable XMP/EXPO profiles for your RAM to run it at base stability settings (JEDEC). Unstable RAM timings are a major cause of general Access Violations.

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IV. When to Contact Support

If all the steps above fail to resolve the issue, it is highly likely that the anti-cheat software has updated its protection scheme, and the loader is attempting an outdated or detected injection method.

In this case, submit a ticket to the Discord Server or on our Live Chat with the following details:

• The exact time and date the crash occurred.

• The game you are trying to inject into.

• A screenshot of the full error message.

• Confirmation that you have tried running as Administrator and disabling your Antivirus/Firewall.