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4697 — A service was installed (Security)

Log: Security High risk

Equivalent to 7045 but in the Security log (requires auditing "Security System Extension"). Preferable to 7045 in domains because it's collected via standard audit policy. Review the service name and binary.

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Original descriptions based on Microsoft's public documentation. IDs and fields may vary with the Windows version and the active audit policy.