Cannot turn DEP off for this program

[Guest]

I have an executable that links with Crystal Reports. On XP I can add this
executable to the DEP exception list. However on VISTA, when I try to add
this executable to the exception list, it won't allow it. I get this message
"This program must run with data execution protection(DEP) enabled. You
cannot turn off DEP for this program."

Does anyone know what triggers this inability to add it to the exception list?

 

[Thomas Olsen [MSFT]]

Hello Bill,

There are three possible causes for why you cannot add the app to the
exceptions list:
1.) This is a 64-bit application.
2.) The application is in the Windows directory.
3.) The application has been compiled for Vista and, therefore, DEP is
enforced for it.

I hope this information helps you.

 

[Guest]

Thanks for the info Thomas. This app is not 64-bit, it is not in the windows
directory but it is under the program files directory, and it has not been
compiled for VISTA. I've been all over msdn, technet and other web sites and
have found info on DEP, but not specific info on this issue.

 

[Tyro]

And your problem is?
BTW: you should never, ever, not in your lifetime, turn DEP off.

Tyro

 

[Jon]

in message

hi, i have this problem too, it happens with my mobile broadband program
that was designed for vista sometimes. I really don't want to disable
all the dep but it's a pain in the butt having to restart the computer
and trying again. any work around for specific program...

Control Panel > System > Advanced System Settings > Settings (under
performance) > DEP (tab)

Add your program as an exception