When I create a directory in Windows 7 using the CreateDirectory function call, the directory that is created does not seem to inherit the permissions of the parent folder/directory. On all other operating systems, I call the create directory function with a null security descriptor and the directory gets created correctly and I can access it. In Windows 7 when I make the same function call the directory gets created but I cannot access it. It gives me a "Access not allowed" error and then when I right click on the folder and view the security, it won't let me view the security even though I am an Administrator. Like I said, this function call works fine in all other Microsoft OSs including Vista, just not with Windows 7.What do I need to do to get this to work?

This behavior is caused by User Account Control. Microsoft Developer Network - User Account Control Regarding software development with UAC, I suggest you refer the following article. Windows Vista Application Development Requirements for User Account Control Compatibility Since this question is related to software development, I suggest you discuss it in our MSDN forum. Microsoft Developer NetworkArthur Xie - MSFT

I have UAC turned off and I am still having the same problems.The reason I posted in this forum is because the msdn moderators told me to post here.

Does the issue occur when you create new directory in all folders? Does it occur if you manually create a new folder?Arthur Xie - MSFT