Notification Packages

Applies To: Windows Server 2003, Windows Server 2003 R2, Windows Server 2003 with SP1, Windows Server 2003 with SP2

Notification Packages

HKLM\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\Lsa

Data type Range Default value

REG_MULTI_SZ

File name[ file name...]

FPNWCLNT RASSFM KDCSVC scecli

Description

Specifies the dynamic-link libraries (DLLs) that are loaded or called when passwords are set or changed. To specify more than one file, list the file names one above the other by pressing ENTER between each file name.

This entry is often used to load libraries for services such as File and Print Services for NetWare.

You can use this entry to implement custom DLLs that specify alternate criteria for valid passwords, such as complex password rules. Notification packages that implement password verification are recommended for all primary and backup domain controllers. You can also write a custom password filter to fulfill special security requirements.

Tip

  • To audit the loading of notification packages, from the Start menu, point to Programs, point to Administrative Tools, and then click Local Security Policy. Expand Local Policies, and then double-click Audit Policy. Double-click Audit System Events, and then use the Success and Failure check boxes.