Microsoft Passport (NgcSvc)
Registry Name:
NgcSvc
Display Name:
Microsoft Passport
Description:
Provides process isolation for cryptographic keys used to authenticate to a user’s associated identity providers. If this service is disabled, all uses and management of these keys will not be available, which includes machine logon and single-sign on for apps and websites. This service starts and stops automatically. It is recommended that you do not reconfigure this service.
For more information, see the Additional Information section.
Default Status:
Stopped
Default Startup Type:
Manual (Trigger Start)
Image Path:
C:\WINDOWS\system32\svchost.exe -k LocalSystemNetworkRestricted -p
DLL File Path:
C:\WINDOWS\system32\ngcsvc.dll
Dependencies:
The service depends on the following system components to function properly:
System components that depend on this service to function properly:
- None
Log On As:
LocalSystem
Additional Information:
Disabling the NgcSvc service may prevent you from logging on to your computer or using certain apps and websites.