ObReferenceObjectSafe function (wdm.h)
The ObReferenceObjectSafe function increments the reference count for an object and determines if it is safe to use the object. It returns FALSE if the object is being deleted or TRUE if it's safe to use the object further.
Syntax
BOOLEAN ObReferenceObjectSafe(
PVOID Object
);
Parameters
Object
Supplies a pointer to the object whose reference count is incremented.
Return value
ObReferenceObjectSafe returns one of the following values:
| Return Value | Meaning |
|---|---|
| TRUE | The object was successfully referenced and safe to use. |
| FALSE | The object is being deleted. |
Requirements
| Requirement | Value |
|---|---|
| Header | wdm.h |
| IRQL | <= DISPATCH_LEVEL |