What is Netfilter2.sys & How to Remove It?

Most times, hardware issues are respeonsible for this error

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Updated onApril 1, 2024

updated onApril 1, 2024

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The netfilter2.sys is a system driver file that is associated with the system firewall in Windows operating systems. It is responsible for managing incoming and outgoing network traffic. Some users have reported that netfilter2.sys can cause ablue screen of death(BSOD) performance issues.

Therefore, this guide will explain what netfilter2.sys is and how to remove it. Also, users can read abouthow to fix BSoD error 0x00000154on Windows 11.

What is Netfilter2.sys?

The netfilter2.sys is a NetFilter SDK WFP driver that is essential to your device though not part of the Windows OS. Users can find the netfilter2.sys file in this directory:C:\Windows\System32\drivers

Also, the netfilter2.sys is not visible to the system. Nevertheless, users can find it in the Windows Task Manager. The netfilter2.sys file is compressed using the same EXE-Packer method used by Trojans; this, however, does not categorize it as such. The following are the causes of netfilter2.sys error:

These causes may vary depending on your system. Nonetheless, we’ll take you through some basic fixes to get your system running again.

How can I remove Netfilter2.sys?

Before proceeding with any advanced steps, try the following:

If the issue persists, try the following advanced steps.

1. Reinstall System Mechanic Free software

Reinstalling the System Mechanic Free software to fix bug issues can resolve corrupt installation files causing interferences.

2. Update Windows OS

Updating the Windows OS will help fix driver issues on your PC.

3. Run the SFC on your device

Running an SFC scan will help to fix the BSOD error caused by the netfilter2.sys error.

Sometimes, using aspecialized toolcan help you run an in-depth scan of your computer to detect malfunctioning system components and automatically repair or replace them with healthy files from its database.

4. Run System Restore

System Restore backdates your system to the select restore point and fixes issues causing the netfilter2.sys errors.

Checkhow to fix Restore Point if it’s not workingand if you have any issues running it.

Conclusively, our readers may be interested in our guide onhow to fix driver error issuesin Windows. Also, you can check thecauses and how to troubleshoot BSOD errors on Windows 11operating system.

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What is Netfilter2.sys & How to Remove It?#

What is Netfilter2.sys?#

How can I remove Netfilter2.sys?#

1. Reinstall System Mechanic Free software#

2. Update Windows OS#

3. Run the SFC on your device#

4. Run System Restore#