Kernel-Mode Heap Corruption (0x13A) with Easy Anti-Cheat
Environment:
- CPU: Intel Core i5-13400F
- GPU: ZOTAC GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB (GDDR7 / Blackwell)
- RAM: 32GB DDR4-3200
- SSD: Samsung SSD 970 EVO Plus 1TB
- OS: Windows 11 25H2 (Build 26200.7623)
Issue Description:
The game constantly freezes, or causes BSOD with error KERNEL_MODE_HEAP_CORRUPTION (0x13A) during gameplay, and happens while even not running the game in background, including Windows startup. Uninstalling the Easy Anti-Cheat solved the issue, indicating a direct conflict between the Easy Anti-Cheat (EAC) driver and the Windows 11 26200.7623 kernel. This issue started to happen since latest update that was deployed on Steam.
Steps to Reproduce:
- On Windows 11 Build 26200.7623, ensure the March 5, 2026 update is applied.
- Launch Apex Legends and let Easy Anti-Cheat becomes enabled on system.
- System will either crash to BSOD (0x13A) immediately or freeze within 5–10 minutes of gameplay, and will start to cause random crashes even the game is not running.
Confirmed Resolution:
Entering the Safe Mode and uninstalling Easy Anti-Cheat using built-in EAC setup executable files restores system stability.
