This Driver has Been Blocked From Loading: 3 Fixes to Use

The driver has been blocked from loading is an error message prompted by the Windows system when you try to install or run a program that powers your device that’s not compatible with the system.

Irrespective of the cause of this issue, this guide will show you quick and effective ways to fix it.

What does This driver has been blocked from loading message mean?

This driver has been blocked from loading messages means that there is an incompatibility issue between the app you are trying to run or install and your PC.

Below are some of the potential causes of this issue:

• Antivirus interference: Sometimes, the LUAFV or SECDRV this driver has been blocked from loading on Windows 10 issue can be down to interference from your antivirus software. The solution to this is to disable your antivirus temporarily.
• Lack of privileges: At times, this issue can occur if you don’t have administrator rights. You need to run the faulty program as an admin to solve this issue.

How can I fix This driver has been blocked from loading on Windows 10?

1. Disable antivirus protection or add an exception

1. Press the Windows key, type virus, and select Virus & threat protection.
   
2. Click the Manage settings link.
   
3. Finally, toggle the switch for Real-time protection backward to disable it.
   

If you are using the built-in protective software Windows Defender or any other third-party antivirus tool, you can receive The driver has been blocked from loading error message when trying to install new apps.

The solution to this is to disable the antivirus protection and retry the installation process. Remember to re-enable your antivirus after.

2. Disable driver signature enforcement

1. Press the Windows key, type cmd, and click Run as administrator under Command Prompt.
   
2. Type the command below and press Enter to run it: bcdedit.exe /set nointegritychecks on
3. This will automatically disable driver signature enforcement on your device.
4. Now, if you want to enable this feature back again, run the command below: bcdedit.exe /set nointegritychecks off

Additionally, you should also do the following:

1. Press the Windows key + R, type sysdm.cpl, and click OK.
   
2. Click the Advanced tab at the top.
3. Now, click the Settings option under Performance.
   
4. Next, click the Data Execution Prevention tab.
5. Check the box for Turn on DEP for essential Windows programs and services only and click the OK button.
   

As a security protection measure, Windows requires digitally signed drivers. This is a helpful feature that can protect your Windows 10 device.

So, to solve this driver has been blocked from loading issue, you need to disable the feature temporarily.

3. Run your programs with administrator rights

1. Right-click the program you are trying to run or install and select Properties.
   
2. Now, click the Compatibility tab at the top.
3. Check the Run this program as an administrator box.
4. Finally, click the Apply button, followed by OK.
   

If you are running a program without administrator rights, you might experience The driver has been blocked from loading issue. This also helps when the system has a driver that is locked to manufacturer specifications.

So, you should install or run the program as an administrator. This can fix other issues like services.msc has been blocked for your protection.

With this, we can conclude this guide. Hopefully, you should be able to fix this issue before exhausting the solution therein.

We also have a dedicated guide on how to make yourself an administrator, so be sure to check it out.

Feel free to let us know the solution that helped you solve this problem in the comments below.