| Condition | Can call getuid ‑equivalent? | Returns | |-----------|-------------------------------|---------| | Non‑admin user | ❌ No | Access denied or error | | Admin, UAC on, not elevated | ❌ No | Filtered admin SID (not real SID) | | Admin, UAC on, elevated | ✅ Yes | Real SID | | Admin, UAC disabled (not recommended) | ✅ Yes | Real SID | | SYSTEM / TrustedInstaller | ✅ Yes | SYSTEM SID |
Unable to run anything that requires 'Administrator' privileges. getuidx64 require administrator privileges exclusive
indicates this file may drop system drivers or modify certificates. Only run it if it comes from a verified, trusted source. enabling the hidden administrator account if your current user lacks these permissions? Autodata Installation Guide for Windows | PDF - Scribd | Condition | Can call getuid ‑equivalent
if (uid != -1) printf("Real user ID: %d\n", uid); else perror("getuidx64"); Only run it if it comes from a verified, trusted source