NCryptFreeBuffer function (ncrypt.h)
The NCryptFreeBuffer function releases a block of memory allocated by a CNG key storage provider.
Syntax
SECURITY_STATUS NCryptFreeBuffer(
[in] PVOID pvInput
);
Parameters
[in] pvInput
The address of the memory to be released.
Return value
Returns a status code that indicates the success or failure of the function.
Possible return codes include, but are not limited to, the following.
| Return code | Description |
|---|---|
|
The function was successful. |
|
The pvInput parameter is not valid. |
Remarks
A service must not call this function from its StartService Function. If a service calls this function from its StartService function, a deadlock can occur, and the service may stop responding.
Requirements
| Requirement | Value |
|---|---|
| Minimum supported client | Windows Vista [desktop apps | UWP apps] |
| Minimum supported server | Windows Server 2008 [desktop apps | UWP apps] |
| Target Platform | Windows |
| Header | ncrypt.h |
| Library | Ncrypt.lib |
| DLL | Ncrypt.dll |