Error message when you try to make a remote connection to the registry of a Windows-based computer from a Windows Server 2003 SP1-based computer: "Access denied" (913327)

RESOLUTION

Hotfix information

A supported hotfix is now available from Microsoft, but it is only intended to correct the problem that is described in this article. Only apply it to systems that are experiencing this specific problem. This hotfix may receive additional testing. Therefore, if you are not severely affected by this problem, we recommend that you wait for the next Windows Server 2003 service pack that contains this hotfix.

To resolve this problem immediately, contact Microsoft Product Support Services to obtain the hotfix. For a complete list of Microsoft Product Support Services telephone numbers and information about support costs, visit the following Microsoft Web site:Note In special cases, charges that are ordinarily incurred for support calls may be canceled if a Microsoft Support Professional determines that a specific update will resolve your problem. The usual support costs will apply to additional support questions and issues that do not qualify for the specific update in question.

Prerequisites

You must be running Windows Server 2003 SP1 to install this hotfix.

Note x64-based versions of Windows Server 2003 do not require this service pack.

Restart requirement

You must restart the computer after you apply this hotfix. Also, a restart is required after you make the registry key change that is described in the "To enable the hotfix" section.

Hotfix replacement information

This hotfix does not replace any other hotfixes.

File information

The English version of this hotfix has the file attributes (or later file attributes) that are listed in the following table. The dates and times for these files are listed in Coordinated Universal Time (UTC). When you view the file information, it is converted to local time. To find the difference between UTC and local time, use the Time Zone tab in the Date and Time item in Control Panel.Windows Server 2003, x86-based versions

File name	File version	File size	Date	Time	Platform	SP requirement	Service branch
Advapi32.dll	620,032	11-Jan-2006	03:24	x86	SP1	SP1QFE

Windows Server 2003, x64-based versions

File name	File version	File size	Date	Time	Platform	SP requirement	Service branch
Advapi32.dll	1,051,136	11-Jan-2006	03:04	x64	SP1	SP1QFE
Wadvapi32.dll	620,032	11-Jan-2006	03:04	x86	SP1	WOW

To enable the hotfix

Warning Serious problems might occur if you modify the registry incorrectly by using Registry Editor or by using another method. These problems might require that you reinstall your operating system. Microsoft cannot guarantee that these problems can be solved. Modify the registry at your own risk.
To enable the hotfix after you install it, add the DontUseSecureNPForRemote entry to the following registry subkey, and then set this entry to a value of 1: To do this, follow these steps:

1. Click Start, click Run, type regedit in the Open box, and then click OK.
2. Locate and then click the following registry subkey:

   HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\System\CurrentControlSet\Services\RemoteRegistry\Parameters

3. On the Edit menu, point to New, and then click DWORD Value.
4. Type DontUseSecureNPForRemote, and then press ENTER.
5. Right-click DontUseSecureNPForRemote, and then click Modify.
6. In the Value data box, type 1, and then click OK.
7. On the File menu, click Exit to exit Registry Editor.