Windows gives Continue dialog box even if we have existing permissions

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WINDOWSNTFSEVERGREEN

This is a known issue.

Issue description

  • You have permission to the share/folder as admin
  • However when you go and try to access the folder in explorer, it gives a dialog to click continue to permanently get access
  • This modifies NTFS permissions and adds your individual ID to the permissions.
  • This can overwrite NTFS permissions so not a good thing.

Workaround:

Using PowerShell for example it is possible to get acl or delete any files or directories without adding your ID.


references:

Continue dialog box for folder access in Windows Explorer when user only has access with elevated token - Windows Server | Microsoft Learn