Error codes

0x80070005

Access denied

What it means

Windows or an installer was not allowed to change a file or setting.

Common causes

• Missing admin rights
• Antivirus blocking the change
• Wrong permissions on a folder

How to fix it

1. Restart and try again from an administrator account.
2. Pause third-party antivirus for the install, then turn it back on.
3. Run the Windows Update troubleshooter: Settings > System > Troubleshoot > Other troubleshooters > Windows Update.
4. Open Terminal (Admin) and run sfc /scannow, then DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth. Restart afterwards.