AUDITPOL Windows Command Guide

The Windows auditpol command is a powerful tool that allows users to manage security auditing settings on their systems. By using this command, users can enable or disable auditing for specific events, control the size and behavior of the security log, and configure advanced audit policies. The auditpol command can also be used to view the current audit policies in place on the system, as well as to troubleshoot any audit-related issues that may arise. With its flexibility and range of options, the auditpol command is an essential tool for system administrators looking to enhance the security of their Windows environments.

AUDITPOL Syntax:

auditpol [options] [parameters]

Options:

Option	Description
/get	Retrieves the current audit policy settings
/set	Configures the audit policy settings
/list	Lists the available audit policy categories
/backup	Backs up the current audit policy settings
/restore	Restores audit policy settings from a backup

Parameters:

Parameter	Description
/category:	Specifies the audit policy category to be configured
/subcategory:	Specifies the audit policy subcategory to be configured
/success:	Configures auditing for successful events
/failure:	Configures auditing for failed events
/enable	Enables the specified audit policy
/disable	Disables the specified audit policy
/file:	Specifies the file path for backup or restore operations

AUDITPOL Command Samples:

Enable All Audit Policies

auditpol /set /category:*

Enables all audit policies on the system.

Disable Specific Audit Subcategory

auditpol /set /subcategory:"Logoff" /success:disable /failure:disable

Disables auditing for the “Logoff” subcategory both for successful and failed events.

Display Current Audit Policy

auditpol /get /category:*

Displays the current audit policy settings for all categories on the system.

Enable Audit Policy for Object Access

auditpol /set /subcategory:"File System" /success:enable /failure:enable

Enables auditing for Object Access subcategory “File System” for both successful and failed events.

Remove a Specific Audit Policy

auditpol /remove /subcategory:"Credential Validation" /success:enable /failure:enable

Removes the audit policy for the “Credential Validation” subcategory for successful and failed events.

AUDITPOL FAQ:

How do I use auditpol in CMD?

To use the auditpol command in CMD, execute the following command:

auditpol /get /category:*

How can I enable auditing for a specific event category using auditpol in CMD?

To enable auditing for a specific event category using auditpol in CMD, you can use the following command:

auditpol /set /subcategory:"Account Lockout" /success:enable /failure:enable

What command should I use to clear all audit policies using auditpol in CMD?

To clear all audit policies using auditpol in CMD, you can run the following command:

auditpol /clear

Is there a way to export the audit policy settings to a file using auditpol in CMD?

Yes, you can export the audit policy settings to a file using auditpol in CMD by running the following command:

auditpol /backup /file:C:\AuditPolicyBackup.txt

How do I restore audit policy settings from a backup file using auditpol in CMD?

To restore audit policy settings from a backup file using auditpol in CMD, you can use the following command:

auditpol /restore /file:C:\AuditPolicyBackup.txt

Can I view specific audit policy details for a particular category using auditpol in CMD?

Yes, you can view specific audit policy details for a particular category using auditpol in CMD by running the following command:

auditpol /get /category:"Logon/Logoff"

Applications of the auditpol Command

Enabling or disabling auditing for specific categories
Configuring audit policies for success and failure events
Viewing the current audit policies
Backing up and restoring audit policies
Analyzing audit logs for security purposes