McUICnt.exe Entry point not found error [Fix]

In this article, we will look at how to fix the McUICnt.exe Entry point not found error that pops up when updating your McAfee security software. The McUICnt.exe file is an important component in the McAfee program; it is responsible for the user interface and general performance of the app.

McUICnt.exe – Entry Point Not Found.
The procedure entry point BCryptHash could not be located in the dynamic link library bcrypt.dll

The McUICnt.exe error seems to appear continuously even after closing the popup box. When this error happens, users cannot entirely access the McAfee use interface.

What is McUICnt.exe file?

McUICnt is a short form of McAfee HTML User Container and the exe indicated in the file names means that the file is executable. You will find this file in the subfolder C:\Program Files\Common Files on your PC. The file is not a virus and if you want to uninstall it, you can do so using the removal software provided for on the official website of McAfee.

Why do I get McUICnt.exe Entry point not found error?

The error is caused by corrupted McAfee files when updating or installing the security software. It can also occur when your McAfee software cannot access a required DLL called Bcrypt.dll on your system. Bcrypt.dll is part of the Windows Cryptographic Primitives Library, a cryptographic module.

How to fix McUICnt.exe Entry point not found error

Since the error is caused by the inability of your McAfee installation to function properly, we need to do something that will fix this. The best way to fix the McUICnt.exe Entry point not found error, is to completely uninstall the McAfee product and then fresh-install its latest version as follows:

McAfee has a tool called McAfee Removal Tool (MCPR) that ensures you completely remove all files and remnants of the security product. To completely uninstall and reinstall the McAfee products from your computer, use the following steps.

To uninstall McAfee software using McAfee Removal Tool (MCPR), use the steps below:

• Download MCPR from the McAfee site by clicking here.
• Once the download is complete, go to the download folder and double-click on the MCPR.exe files to run the removal tool.
• Click Yes when you get the User Account Control prompt to allow the app to make changes on your PC.
• Wait for the tool to load its files and initialize.
• Then, click Next to accept the EULA of the McAfee Software Removal.
• On the security verification section, write the characters provided and then click Next.
• Let the removal tool completely uninstall the McAfee software. Give it time; it might take several minutes to remove all files from your PC.
• Once the process is over, you will get a completion prompt and you will need to click Restart to reboot your system.

You can check if the software was removed by checking installed apps in the Control Panel.

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To reinstall the McAfee app on Windows, follow these steps:

• Visit the official McAfee site and go to My Account located at the top-right side.
• Use the right credentials to log into your account, then go to the Subscriptions section.
• You will see a list of products. Go to your preferred software and click Download.
• Once you click download, you will be redirected to the official download page.
• Select Download to start the download and installation process.
• Located the downloaded McAfee file on your PC and double-click it.
• Select Yes when you get the UAC prompt.
• Follow the on-screen directions to complete the installation and sign in to your account.
• Restart your computer to effect the changes.

You can test the newly downloaded McAfee app by running the full system scan.

TIP: Since Bcrypt.dll is a part of the Windows operating system file, you might want to scan & repair this single file using System File Checker.

Read: Fix bcrypt.dll file is missing, not found or corrupted.

We hope this works for you.

What is the Entry Point not found?

The Entry Point not found error is an issue that happens when a required DLL file is missing in the program’s directory or your system. It can also occur if the software cannot access the DLL file. In most cases, the error message identifies the missing file, for example, McUICnt.exe, but in fewer cases, it will not show the exact file missing.

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