What does "buffer overrun detected" mean?

[blee55]

I am using Windows XP and when I try to open explorer I get this message:

Buffer overrun detected!

Program: C:\WINDOWS\explorer.exe

A buffer ovverrun has been detected which has corrupted the program's internal state. The program cannot safely continue execution and must now be terminated.

What does this mean and how can I fix it?

 

[Skute]

You got virus protection on your PC?

Skute

"There are 10 types of people in this World, those that understand binary, and those that don't!"

 

[Skute]

(And also this message should really be in the windows XP forum, this is a programming forum)

Skute

"There are 10 types of people in this World, those that understand binary, and those that don't!"

 

[blee55]

I have Norton Anti Virus 2003

 

[Skute]

Hmm got no idea, sounded like youve got a virus but perhaps not.

Try searching google for ad-aware by lavasoft. Incase youve got any hidden software installed in your PC. could be that too.

Skute

"There are 10 types of people in this World, those that understand binary, and those that don't!"