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Windows activation providing error code 0x80070005 (Access is denied)
So I am having a rather unusual issue here....
I have been fixing up a computer which was loaded with malware/viruses. I have run the below software programs to help clean up the system:
- Malwarebytes Anti-Malware
- Super Anti-Spyware
- HiJack This
After cleaning it up, I am running into one additional issue which is flagging my system as not being genuine
The system was purchased with a valid license key for Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit.
My thought here is that there is still some rootkit or rogue malware running which is preventing me access to this file. It is preventing access to other system files such as the hosts file, the ability to start/stop services through the services.msc console, etc.
Couple of things I have tried to resolve this:
- Microsoft support KB article 2008385 = https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/kb/2008385
- Disabled Plug N Play service within registry through CMD command
- Enabled Administrator account to attempt activation
After attempting these steps and performing a reboot, I am still unable to get around this unusual activation error. Please help!