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BEX Error in Steam: 3 Ways to Fix it on Your PC

Fixing BEX error requires you to change few security settings

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Updated onOctober 4, 2023

updated onOctober 4, 2023

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Steamis without a doubt the best platform for gamers, but many gamers reportedSteamBexerroron their PC.

IfSteamclient is blocked from accessing memory on your system, you might encounter thiserror, but there’s a way to fix it.

Before we start, you might want to take a look at ourSteam not respondingguide for more fixes and solutions.

What is Bex in PC?

What is Bex in PC?

BEX is short for Buffer Overflow Exception. These types of errors are caused by the following:

How can I fix Steam BEX error?

How can I fix Steam BEX error?

Before we start, you might want to try this workaround:

1. Run Steam in Compatibility Mode

If this method doesn’t help, try using different settings for Compatibility mode to fix eventtype bex error.

2. Disable Data Execution Prevention

After doing that, check if the error is gone.

3. Verify game installation

We hope that these solutions were able to help you fixSteamBex error on your PC.

In case you’re having further problems, we have a great guide on how to fixSteam errorson your PC, so be sure to check it out.

In the meantime, let us know in the comment section any potential solutions you found on your own.

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Madalina Dinita

Networking & Security Specialist

Madalina has been a Windows fan ever since she got her hands on her first Windows XP computer.

She is interested in all things technology, especially emerging technologies – AI and DNA computing in particular.

Prior to joining the WindowsReport team, she worked in the corporate world for a number of years.

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Madalina Dinita

Networking & Security Specialist

Madalina is a Windows fan since forever, especially interested in AI, emerging technologies, privacy, and security.