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Overview

The NTLMSettings command enumerates NTLM authentication configuration settings on the system. These settings control how NTLM authentication is used, including security levels, client/server requirements, and restrictions that impact credential relay and pass-the-hash attacks.

Syntax

Remote Execution

Output

Returns NTLM configuration including:
  • LAN Manager authentication level
  • NTLM minimum security settings
  • Client/Server requirements
  • Session security settings
  • NTLM blocking configuration

Use Cases

  • Assess NTLM relay vulnerability
  • Determine if NTLMv1 is allowed
  • Check SMB signing requirements
  • Plan credential relay attacks
  • Identify weak authentication settings

Example Output

Remote Execution

This command supports remote execution using the -computername parameter.

Detection Considerations

Low detection risk - reads registry configuration.