Fix Windows Defender Error 0x80070422: Cannot Connect - Resolving 'Access Denied' for Net User in Command Prompt-Resolve Windows Defender and Third-Party Antivirus Conflicts
Before changing system settings, save your work and note the exact error text so you can compare results after each step.
Extra verification checklist
- Restart the affected app after changing permissions or configuration files.
- Test the same workflow in a clean browser profile or a temporary user account.
- Compare the result on another network if the error may be connection related.