Remote host allows delegation of non-exportable credentials
- Policy ID
- AllowProtectedCreds
- Scope
- Computer Configuration
- Supported on
- At least Windows Server 2016, Windows 10 Version 1703
- Source
- Administrative Templates (.admx) for Windows 11 2026 Update (26H2) (version 1.0)
- Category
- System › Credentials Delegation
Description
Remote host allows delegation of non-exportable credentials
When using credential delegation, devices provide an exportable version of credentials to the remote host. This exposes users to the risk of credential theft from attackers on the remote host.
If you enable this policy setting, the host supports Restricted Admin or Remote Credential Guard mode.
If you disable or do not configure this policy setting, Restricted Administration and Remote Credential Guard mode are not supported. User will always need to pass their credentials to the host.
Registry
ComputerHKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE
- AllowProtectedCredsREG_DWORD