Troubleshooting Exceptions: System.UnauthorizedAccessException
An UnauthorizedAccessException exception is thrown when the operating system denies access because of an I/O error or a security error.
Associated Tips
- Make sure you have sufficient privileges to access this resource.
For more information, see Code Access Security Basics.
- If you are attempting to access a file or registry key, make sure it is not read-only.
For more information, see Requesting Permissions.
See Also
Tasks
How to: Find Out More About an Exception with the Exception Assistant
How to: Create a File in Visual Basic
How to: Create a Registry Key and Set Its Values in Visual Basic