) has attempted to access a protected memory address that it does not have permission to reach. Brother USA Error Overview statusmonitor.exe
Companies like Brother and Epson use versions of statusmonitor.exe to notify users about paper jams or low ink.
If the error is specific to one program you trust, you can exempt it from DEP to see if it resolves the issue.
Press Windows Key + R again, type C:\Windows\System32\spool\PRINTERS , and hit . ) has attempted to access a protected memory
, or any printer-related executables are added to your antivirus Allow List Temporary Test
Only exclude trusted software. Do not disable DEP system-wide.
: Corrupted installation files are the most common cause. Completely uninstall your printer software and download the latest version from the manufacturer's website (e.g., the Brother Support Add to Data Execution Prevention (DEP) Exceptions Search for "View advanced system settings" in Windows and open it. Performance Data Execution Prevention : Corrupted installation files are the most common cause
is a legitimate utility used by printer software to track ink levels and device status. : This violation often stems from outdated drivers software conflicts with antivirus programs, or corrupted application files Address 0042fe76
If you are seeing the error message , your computer is experiencing a memory management conflict. This specific error typically belongs to the Brother Status Monitor , a background software utility packaged with Brother printer drivers that tracks ink levels, paper jams, and printer connectivity.
| Solution | Difficulty | When to Use | Success Probability | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Restart your computer | Very Easy | First step for any error. | Medium | | Run as Administrator | Very Easy | If the error occurs when opening the program. | Medium | | Check for Windows Updates | Easy | If other programs are also acting strangely. | High | | Disable Antivirus/Firewall | Easy | If the error started after a security software update. | High | | Update/Reinstall Associated Software | Medium | If statusmonitor.exe is linked to a specific program. | Very High | | Run a Malware Scan | Medium | If you suspect the file might be a virus. | High | | Run System File Checker | Medium | If Windows system files might be corrupted. | High | | Perform a Clean Boot | Medium | If the error is likely caused by a program conflict. | Very High | | Update Drivers | Medium | If the error occurs alongside hardware issues. | Medium | | Run Memory Diagnostic | Hard | If other memory-related errors occur. | Medium | | Perform a System Restore | Hard | If the error recently appeared after a change. | Very High | Press Windows Key + R again
is a common memory-related error specifically associated with StatusMonitor.exe , a background process typically used by Brother printers to track ink levels and hardware status. This error occurs when the software tries to access a protected memory address that it doesn't have permission to use or that doesn't exist.
Ignoring may lead to further system instability, freezes, or crashes. The violation indicates a memory leak or corruption that will likely worsen over time.