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This request requires elevation

I am trying to list my ports on Windows using the netstat -a -b but I am getting this error :

This request requires elevation

I have tried to solve this by taking my laptop up to the roof level of my flat complex (10th floor) , and running the command there but it doesn't seem to work either.

Any tips?

Solution

  • To run netstat -b you have to run the command prompt with administrator privileges.

    Alternatively you can use PowerShell without admin elevation to view ports:

    Get-NetTCPConnection

    or a specific state:

    Get-NetTCPConnection -State Listen

    or even more specific:

    Get-NetTCPConnection -State Listen,Established