Reason for the .dmp file created in 'C:\Windows\CarbonBlack\CrashDumps' directory
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Reason for the .dmp file created in 'C:\Windows\CarbonBlack\CrashDumps' directory

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Article ID: 290265

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Products

Carbon Black EDR (formerly Cb Response)

Issue/Introduction

 Why is there a .dmp file created in 'C:\Windows\CarbonBlack\CrashDumps' directory every time the OS is restarted?

Environment

  • EDR Sensor: All Versions
  • Microsoft Windows: All Supported Versions

Resolution

 The .dmp files in the 'C:\Windows\CarbonBlack\CrashDumps' directory are expected, and designed to collect debugging information when the OS is restarted. 

Additional Information

  • The .dmp files in the 'C:\Windows\CarbonBlack\CrashDumps' directory can be removed if needed, file will be recreated on the next restart of the OS.