How to prevent credential theft in Windows networks

The video discusses credential theft in the agriculture industry, focusing on the W Digest vulnerability. It provides mitigation strategies, including registry settings to prevent plaintext password storage. Advanced security settings like lsass in protected mode are recommended, with caution advised for third-party impacts. Cache credential settings are explored, especially for remote work scenarios. The video also covers credential managers and tools for securing stored passwords, highlighting Windows Defender Credential Guard for enhanced protection.

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What setting should be adjusted to block the ability to store plaintext passwords?

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What is the purpose of the LSA process in Windows operating systems?

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What is a recommended action to take regarding credential caching in Windows systems?

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What tool is mentioned that can expose credentials saved in files?

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