PrivateKey.IsAccessible method
[The IsAccessible method is available for use in the operating systems specified in the Requirements section. Instead, use the X509Certificate2.PrivateKey Property in the System.Security.Cryptography.X509Certificates namespace.]
The IsAccessible method returns a Boolean value that indicates whether the private key is accessible.
Syntax
PrivateKey.IsAccessible()
Parameters
This method has no parameters.
Return value
If true, the private key is accessible.
Remarks
The return value of this method is dependent on the cryptographic service provider (CSP) used. This method will return a trustworthy value if a Microsoft CSP is used. If the CSP is not a Microsoft CSP, the return value cannot be trusted to be accurate.
Requirements
| Requirement | Value |
|---|---|
| Redistributable |
CAPICOM 2.0 or later on Windows Server 2003 and Windows XP |
| DLL |
|
See also