, or any printer-related executables are added to your antivirus Allow List Temporary Test
Since this error is usually tied to damaged software files, a clean reinstallation of the full driver package is the most effective permanent fix.
Sometimes a "stuck" print job causes the Status Monitor to loop and crash. Press Win + R , type services.msc , and hit Enter. Find , right-click it, and select Stop .
To understand the severity, we have to look at the specifics of the error message:
Given that statusmonitorexe is not a standard Windows file, it's prudent to rule out malware first.
If the error is specific to one program you trust, you can exempt it from DEP to see if it resolves the issue.
It is a core background process for GFI LANguard Network Security , where it tracks scheduled scans and patch updates.
Select "Turn on DEP for all programs and services except those I select".
If you are seeing a popup that reads you are likely dealing with a conflict between your printer software and your Windows operating system.
It’s the kind of error that stops you in your tracks. What does it mean? Is your data safe? And how do you fix it?
Open File Explorer and navigate to the Brother installation directory (usually found in C:\Program Files (x86)\Brother\ or C:\Program Files\Brother\ ). Locate the StatusMonitor.exe file. Right-click the file and choose . Navigate to the Compatibility tab.
Go to the tab, click Edit , and ensure your user account has Full Control (or at least Read/Write). Preventing Future Access Violations
Since StatusMonitor.exe is typically a printer status monitor, reinstalling the parent software cleans corrupt modules.
Visit the Brother website and download the for your specific model. Run the tool and follow the on-screen instructions closely.
Fixing the "Access Violation at Address 0042fe76" in StatusMonitor.exe
