Logon Logoff Event: 5453

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Event ID 5453 – An IPsec Negotiation With A Remote Computer Failed

Event ID 5453
Category Logon/Logoff
Sub-Category Audit IPsec Main Mode
Description An IPsec negotiation with a remote computer failed because the IKE and AuthIP IPsec Keying Modules (IKEEXT) service has not been started.

Example of 5453 log:

An IPsec negotiation with a remote computer failed because the IKE and AuthIP IPsec Keying Modules (IKEEXT) service is not started.

Why does event ID 5453 need to be monitored?

Security events which fall under the Audit IPsec Main Mode subcategory are monitored primarily for IPsec Main Mode troubleshooting.

Pro Tip:

With in-depth reports, real-time alerts, and graphical displays, ADAudit Plus tracks all IPsec negotiations, helping you meet your security, operational, and compliance needs with absolute ease.

Event 5453 applies to the following operating systems:

  • Windows Server 2016
  • Windows 10