Cannot delete exe-file on windows 10

I'm running windows 10, have admin priviledges and have an .exe-file that can't be deleted. I tried:

• lockhunter
• malwarebytes fileassassin
• del /f /q from the command prompt (run as admin, always displays "access is denied")
• take ownership extension for the context menu
• chkdsk (does not display any problems)

properties->security->advanced shows "unable to display current owner". Moreover, I am not able to change any permissions here, although I am admin.

The program (the exe-file I can't delete) crashed before. I now have several folders with exe-files I can't delete. Any new ideas how to solve that? I'm stuck after hours of googling...

1 Answer

Try to boot in safe mode:

1. Win+R -> msconfig -> Enter
2. Tab Boot, tick Safe Mode (see pic)
3. Reboot
4. Delete the file in the Safe boot, then start at number 1 again and untick Safe boot
5. Reboot