Protects Active Directory domain credentials on endpoints.
Think of the LSA as the . When you try to enter (log in), the LSA checks your ID (credentials) against the list of authorized personnel. If you are approved, it issues you an access badge (tokens). local security authority protection
You can activate LSA protection using three primary methods. Method 1: Windows Security App This is the easiest method for individual devices. Open the . Search for Windows Security . Click Device security . Select Core isolation details . Toggle Local Security Authority protection to On . Restart your computer. Method 2: Windows Registry Protects Active Directory domain credentials on endpoints
If you want to deploy this across your network, let me know: Your Whether you use Active Directory or Intune Any third-party authentication tools currently in use If you are approved, it issues you an access badge (tokens)
🔑 LSA protection turns on Virtualization-Based Security (VBS) to isolate the LSA process.
You will often see mentioned alongside LSA Protection. Here is the difference:
Attackers frequently target credential lsass memory during lateral movement phases.