Rundll32.exe - Application Error, how do I fix?

Question

When I try to open the add or remove programs or some other control panel programs I get an Application Error Message saying "The application failed to initialize properly (0xc0000005). Click on OK to terminate the application." this appears twice even when I only click on the program once. how do I fix this?

Answer 1

This is a very generic problem that requires you  to follow the same troubleshooting steps as every other problem. First, make sure it's not a hardware problem. Make sure fans are spinning. Clean out dust. Use memtest86+ to check your memory.

Then, work it as a software problem. Check for viruses and malware. Consider reverting to a backup from before the problem first appeared. Consider an in-place repair install of your OS.

I don't think you've given enough details for someone to give a precise solution to your exact problem.