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5062 A kernel-mode cryptographic self-test was performed

Written when a kernel-mode cryptographic module performs a self-test. It is an informational event indicating a health check of kernel-space cryptographic functionality.

Overview

The subcategory is Audit System Integrity. It is generated when a kernel-mode cryptographic module performs a prescribed self-test. It is the kernel counterpart to the user-mode 5056.

How it is triggered

  • A self-test at kernel crypto module initialization or at prescribed times.

Security review points

  • It is normally a benign informational event. Its standalone security value is low; use it to confirm related failure events (5057/5060) are absent.

Notes for log review

  • It is informational. Assess cryptographic health together with failure events.

Key fields

FieldMeaning
Module/algorithmThe test target

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