Fix WUDFRd.sys Errors

Sometimes Windows system displays error messages regarding corrupted or missing WUDFRd.sys files. Situations like that can occur, for example, during a software installation process. Each software program requires certain resources, libraries, and source data to work properly. Corrupted or nonexistent WUDFRd.sys file can therefore effect in failed execution of the started process.

WUDFRd.sys file Windows Driver Foundation - User-mode Driver Framework Reflector. The file was developed by for use with software. Here you will find detailed information about the file and instructions how to proceed in the event of WUDFRd.sys related errors on your device. You can also download WUDFRd.sys file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

Compatible with: Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista

User popularity

3.1 Scanning for malicious software
3.2 System and driver update
3.3 System File Checker tool
3.4 System recovery

4 Download WUDFRd.sys

4.1 List of WUDFRd.sys file versions

File info

General information
Filename	WUDFRd.sys
File extension	SYS
Description	Windows Driver Foundation - User-mode Driver Framework Reflector

Software
Program	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Author	Microsoft Corporation

Details
MIME type	application/octet-stream
File type	Driver
System	Windows NT 32-bit
Copyrights	© Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.
Character set	Unicode
Language cod	English (U.S.)

Most common WUDFRd.sys file related problems

There are various types of errors related to WUDFRd.sys file. WUDFRd.sys file may be located in wrong file directory on your device, may not be present in the system, or may be infected with malicious software and therefore not work correctly. Below is a list of most common error messages related to WUDFRd.sys file. If you encounter one listed below (or similar), please consider the following suggestions.

WUDFRd.sys is corrupted
WUDFRd.sys cannot be located
Runtime Error - WUDFRd.sys
WUDFRd.sys file error
WUDFRd.sys file cannot be loaded. Module was not found
cannot register WUDFRd.sys file:
WUDFRd.sys file could not be loaded
WUDFRd.sys file doesn't exist

WUDFRd.sys

Application could not be started because WUDFRd.sys file is missing. Reinstall the application to solve the problem.

Problems related to WUDFRd.sys can be addressed in various ways. Some methods are meant only for advanced users. If you don't have confidence in your skills, we suggest consulting a specialist. Fixing WUDFRd.sys file errors should be approached with utmost caution for any mistakes can result in unstable or unproperly working system. If you have the necassary skills, please proceed.

How to fix WUDFRd.sys errors in just few steps?

Remember, before taking any action related to system files perform a backup copy of your data!

WUDFRd.sys file errors can be caused by various factors, so its is beneficial to try to fix them using various methods.

Step 1: Scan your computer for any malicious software

Windows files are commonly attacked by malicious software that prevents them from working properly. First step in addressing problems with WUDFRd.sys file or any other Windows system files should be scanning the system for malicious software using an antivirus tool.

If by any chance you don't have any antivirus software installed on your system yet, you should do it immediately. Unprotected system is not only a source of file errors, but, more importantly, makes your system vulnerable to many dangers. If you don't know which antivirus tool to choose, consult this Wikipedia article – comparison of antivirus software.

Step 2: Update your system and drivers.

Installing relevant Microsoft Windows patches and updates may solve your problems related to WUDFRd.sys file. Use dedicated Windows tool to perform the update.

Go to the Windows "Start" menu
Type "Windows Update" in the search field
Choose the appropriate software program (name may vary depending on your system version)
Check if your system is up to date. If any unapplied updates are listed, install them immediately.
After the update has been done,restart your computer in order to complete the process.

Beside updating the system, it is recommended that you install latest device drivers, as drivers can influence proper working of WUDFRd.sys or other system files. In order to do so, go to your computer or device producer's website where you will find information regarding latest driver updates.

Step 3: Use System File Checker (SFC) tool

System File Checker is a Microsoft Windows tool. As the name suggests, the tool is used for identyfing and addressing system file related errors, including those related to WUDFRd.sys file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the WUDFRd.sys file with properly working version. To use the tool:

Go to the Windows "Start" menu
Type "cmd" in the search field
Locate "Command Prompt" result – don't run it yet:
Click the right mouse button and select "Run as Administrator" option
Type "sfc /scannow" in console prompt to start the program and follow the instructions

Step 4: Restoring Windows system

Another approach is to restore system to previous state, before the WUDFRd.sys file error occured. In order to restore your system, follow the instructions below

Go to the Windows "Start" menu
Type "System Restore" in the search field
Start the system restore tool – it's name may differ depending on version of the system
The application will guide you through the process – read the messages carefully
After the process has finished, restart your computer.

If all the above-mentioned methods failed and the WUDFRd.sys file problem has not been resolved, proceed to the next step. Remember that the following steps are intended only for advanced users.

Download and replace WUDFRd.sys file

The last solution is to manually download and replace WUDFRd.sys file in appropriate folder on the disk. Select file version compatible with your operating system and click the "Download" button. Next, go to your web browser's "Downloaded" folder and copy the downloaded WUDFRd.sys file.

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of WUDFRd.sys file example directory paths.

Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\drivers\
Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\System32\drivers\
Windows 8: 1: C:\Windows\System32\drivers\
Windows 7: C:\Windows\System32\drivers\
Windows Vista: C:\Windows\System32\drivers\

If the steps did not solve your WUDFRd.sys file problem, you should consult a professional. A probability exists that the error(s) might be device-related and therefore should be resolved at the hardware level. A fresh operating system installation might be necessary – a faulty system installation process can result in data loss.

File versions list

Filename WUDFRd.sys

System Windows 10

File size 160256 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	c85d529551010cc8d6fa8c8e24bfdc10
	SHA1	ed5d5d440e771bfd809c4e9aa57c01c673fd7355
	SHA256	9958420adbf3b39c8fd2c5c1b936ea1b910b00cb453eeaaf2c0c301e745ea6c8
	CRC32	45038c72
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\drivers\

Filename WUDFRd.sys

System Windows 8.1

File size 190976 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	1cbe87ae76b3f450bcd5bb1dbde3baa6
	SHA1	9f4a441f897881aac9db0ecb00eb0f7124ba1101
	SHA256	8310fa7f2d2c5bd80565244e2bb7d8f9704fe34a31f80059bcfa03968631b597
	CRC32	332e3a98
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\drivers\

Filename WUDFRd.sys

System Windows 8

File size 155136 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	867c301e8b790040ae9cf6486e8041df
	SHA1	f39b7c10c57fb3a13aa61d76135aba2873f1bc84
	SHA256	d867d6498c987944d99508b2fad6d6b749fa1edfe8124b0863d4a642352f0855
	CRC32	207f0ef9
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\drivers\

Filename WUDFRd.sys

System Windows 7

File size 172544 bytes

Date 2010-11-21

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File details
	MD5	cf8d590be3373029d57af80914190682
	SHA1	01c65d6439fcfd2ab4e39aa331def52df27a6d64
	SHA256	fb9641777e90a58c063fbe95f081dc6d2f4770827de19108a9dc3e3d6b17b4bf
	CRC32	7bc9b401
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\drivers\

Filename WUDFRd.sys

System Windows Vista

File size 108544 bytes

Date 2008-01-21

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File details
	MD5	501a65252617b495c0f1832f908d54d8
	SHA1	c774918d7ea068193665fbac6e721f861e38c57e
	SHA256	cb18a80eab2f23579d1d38b12cd04cf579c6d0b73127a1e88305cc0488d40b2c
	CRC32	c2a18cb6
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\drivers\