Locked out of C drive on your Windows PC? Microsoft outlines fix for Samsung app bug

Microsoft has temporarily removed a Samsung app from the Microsoft Store following several reports of users getting locked out of the Windows C drive. The app made files, apps, and even system tools inaccessible on affected Samsung laptops and desktops running Windows 11, rendering them unusable. The company has also published a recovery method to help affected users regain access to the C drive.

What led to the C drive lockout?

According to Bleeping Computer, the issue was traced to Samsung’s Galaxy Connect app, which led to users seeing “C: is not accessible – Access denied” messages. In most cases, the error effectively blocked access to the entire system drive, preventing users from opening stored files and running essential applications.

Microsoft and Samsung determined that the app, which handles screen mirroring, file sharing, and data transfers between Galaxy smartphones

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