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File->Open does not work when running elevated #661

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@robertbcalhoun

Describe the bug

  • It's common to for tools that inspect security logs to require elevation
  • Some Windows logs can only be viewed when EventLogExpert has been launched this way.
  • Open file / folder does not work when running with elevation.
  • Error message is generic and does not help user resolve issue.

To Reproduce
Steps to reproduce the behavior:

  1. Start Menu -> EvenLogExpert -> More -> Run as Administrator
  2. In EventLogExpert File -> Open
  3. Red banner An unexpected error occurred: COMException

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Additional context
26.7.10.1209

Workaround
Don't run elevated when reading filesystem logs.

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