A security package has been loaded by the Local Security Authority. (4622) how to monitor with email alert

[bob]

I remember when I first spotted that event in the logs.
It's called "A security package has been loaded by the Local Security Authority," and it pops up as event ID 4622.
This thing happens every time Windows loads up these security bits, like when the system starts or a service kicks in.
You see, the Local Security Authority is basically the boss of logins and protections on your server.
It grabs these packages-think of them as toolkits for handling secure connections, stuff like Kerberos or NTLM.
And why does it log this? To keep a trail, in case something fishy tries to sneak in a weird package.
Normally, it's harmless, just routine stuff during boot or app launches.
But if you notice it firing off too much, or from odd times, it might hint at someone probing your setup.
I always check the details in the event properties.
There, you'll find the package name, like "Kerberos" or whatever, and the process that triggered it.
Hmmm, sometimes it's tied to updates or new software installs.
You can filter for it in Event Viewer under Security logs.
Just right-click the log, pick Filter Current Log, and type in 4622.
That pulls up all instances quick.

Now, for watching it with an email ping, let's keep it simple.
I like using the Event Viewer itself to hook up a task.
Open Event Viewer, find that 4622 event you care about.
Right-click it, hit Attach Task To This Event.
You'll name your task, say "Security Package Alert."
Then, pick what triggers it-exactly event ID 4622 in the Security channel.
For the action, set it to start a program.
You could point it to your email client or a basic notifier.
But wait, make sure the task runs whether you're logged in or not.
Test it by forcing the event if you can, just to see the email fly out.
I do this on servers all the time.
It keeps you in the loop without babysitting the screen.
Or, if it's a one-off, export the logs and scan later.

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Note, the PowerShell email alert code was moved to this post.