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When an application attempts to initialize WinDivert, it dynamically installs a kernel-level driver ( WinDivert.sys or WinDivert64.sys ). If Windows blocks this injection, the application defaults to asking for a system reboot. The underlying triggers usually include:

: The .sys , .inf , and .dll files must all be in the same directory for the on-demand installation to work. The Resolution

Temporarily disable your antivirus or add the application folder to your antivirus whitelist. Summary of Potential Causes

微软通过 Windows Update 推送的某些补丁可能会改变系统网络堆栈的行为或强化了驱动签名验证策略，导致原本能正常安装的旧版 WinDivert 驱动在新补丁环境下被拒绝加载。 When an application attempts to initialize WinDivert, it

WinDivert (Windows Packet Divert) is a powerful open-source tool that allows user-mode applications to capture, modify, and block network packets passing through the Windows network stack. It is the core engine for many network filtering and manipulation programs. The installation process for this driver is unique: it doesn't happen via a traditional installer. Instead, the driver files are packaged with the application, and the driver is automatically installed the first time the application uses it. If this automatic process is interrupted or blocked, you'll see the error message telling you a restart is needed.

If the error persists, check these system-level security features:

Once it restarts again, press or F7 on your keyboard to select Disable driver signature enforcement . Once Windows boots, try running your program. 6. Temporarily Disable Antivirus/Firewall The Resolution Temporarily disable your antivirus or add

Warning: Disabling Memory Integrity slightly reduces your system's security posture. Only perform this step if you completely trust the software you are trying to run. Step 5: Clean the Windows Temp Folder

HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\WinDivert and delete the entire folder, then your computer. Disable Memory Integrity

Here’s what that means and how to resolve it: The installation process for this driver is unique:

许多常见的第三方网络软件（如某些防火墙、VPN 客户端、网络加速器，甚至一些反间谍软件）都会依赖这个驱动来实现其核心功能。当您启动这些软件时，它们会尝试调用 WinDivert 驱动来接管网络控制权，从而进行网络数据包的过滤、修改或转发。

Navigate to: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\WinDivert . Right-click the folder and select Delete . Retry your application. 3. Verify File Integrity and Permissions

Go to > Protection history . Check if a file named WinDivert.sys was recently blocked.