nmap / nmap/npcap

Npcap service failed to install Error 0x80070005

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Description

Log files attached:
NPFInstall.log
setupapi.dev.log

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Research direction

Start by reading the attached NPFInstall.log and setupapi.dev.log, then identify where the Npcap service installation fails with error 0x80070005. Reproduce the installation failure if possible and determine the cause before defining a fix; completion requires a verified resolution for this error.

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Assessment

Tech stack
c
Domain
networking, operating-systems
Issue type
Bug
Difficulty
4/5
Estimated time
3-5 days
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
20/100

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