VirtualBox error : kernel driver not installed(rc=

Question

I tried to set up an virtual machine on Ubuntu 12.10.I installed Oracle Vm VirtualBox Manager. Then, i followed the steps and i choose .iso file from settings>storage.Then clicked live cd/dvd option.Then OK,when i clicked to start button i get such an error :

 Kernel driver not installed (rc=-1908)

 The VirtualBox Linux kernel driver (vboxdrv) is either not loaded or there is a                   
 permissionproblem with /dev/vboxdrv. Please reinstall the kernel module by 
 executing

 '/etc/init.d/vboxdrv setup'

 as root. If it is available in your distribution, you should install the DKMS package                               
 first. This package keeps track of Linux kernel changes and recompiles the vboxdrv  
 kernel module if necessary.

I reinstalled program and rebooted pc, but not worked.Also, updated kernel driver but not worked.What can be done to solve it ?

Answer 1

Thought I'd give my 2 cents for those who use MACs

sudo /Library/Application\ Support/VirtualBox/LaunchDaemons/VirtualBoxStartup.sh restart

Answer 2

did you try the command /etc/init.d/vboxdrv setup What was the output ?

Answer 3

I have a solution that works for MacOS users:

1. You have to restart your system and press Command (⌘) + R during the loading. It will start the Recovery mode.

2. Now that you're on the Recovery Mode, click on Utilities (top bar) and Terminal.

3. You have your terminal opened? Enter, it will add Oracle in the authorisation list to access the kernel.

   spctl kext-consent add VB5E2TV963

4. Restart again.

You're welcome.

Answer 4

Personally, on my Mac installing the latest version of VirtualBox solved the problem

Answer 5

did you try the command:

sudo kextload /Library/Extensions/VBoxDrv.kext/

Answer 6

Goto BIOS setup and Make secure boot Disable It worked for me.