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Configure Remote Encryption Protection Mode

Set the mode for Brute-Force Protection in Microsoft Defender Antivirus, which can detect and block attempts to forcibly initiate sign in and initiate sessions. Supported settings: * 0 - Not configured or Default: Apply defaults, which can vary depending on the antivirus engine version and the platform * 1 - Block: Prevent suspicious and malicious behaviors * 2 - Audit: Generate EDR detections without blocking * 4 - Off: Feature is off with no performance impact

Policy Details

Policy Name
Remediation_BNB_BFP_BruteForceProtection_ConfiguredState
Registry Key
Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows Defender\Remediation\Behavioral Network Blocks\Brute Force Protection
Value Name
BruteForceProtectionConfiguredState
Supported On
At least Windows Server 2016, Windows 10 Version 1607
Available Languages
en-us

Configuration Elements

Specify the state of Brute-Force Protection

Type: enum

Allowed Values
  • 0 Default
  • 1 Block
  • 2 Audit
  • 4 Off