Example from the linked Microsoft Learn article. Check its paths, targets and availability before adapting it.
secedit /validate secRBKcontoso.infsecedit validate command
Validates the security settings stored in a security template (.inf file). This guide lists the documented syntax and parameters for secedit validate; check Microsoft Learn for version, role and execution-context requirements.
Documented syntax
secedit /validate <configuration file name>The linked Microsoft Learn article is the upstream authority. Availability may depend on Windows release, role, optional feature or interactive tool context.
Examples
Parameters, options and clauses
| Option / clause | Description |
|---|---|
<configuration file name> | Microsoft documents this argument or subcommand; check the linked reference for its required format and context. |
/validate | Microsoft documents this switch; use the linked reference for accepted values, effects and version limits. |
Review a command and its target before running it. Commands that alter files, services, accounts, disks, permissions or databases may be difficult to reverse. Test in a safe environment and keep backups.