Secure Socket Tunneling Protocol Service (SstpSvc)
Registry Name
SstpSvcDisplay Name
Secure Socket Tunneling Protocol ServiceDescription
Provides support for the Secure Socket Tunneling Protocol (SSTP) to connect to remote computers using VPN. If this service is disabled, users will not be able to use SSTP to access remote servers.For more information, see the Additional Information section.
Default Status
StoppedDefault Startup Type
ManualImage Path
C:\WINDOWS\system32\svchost.exe -k LocalService -pDLL File Path
C:\WINDOWS\system32\sstpsvc.dllDependencies
The service depends on the following system components to function properly:- None
Log On As
NT Authority\LocalServiceAdditional Information
SstpSvc service provides support for the Secure Socket Tunneling Protocol (SSTP) to connect to remote computers using VPN. SstpSvc is responsible for establishing and maintaining the SSTP connections, as well as handling authentication and encryption.
Virtual Private Network (VPN), is a way of creating a secure and encrypted connection over the internet. VPNs are often used to access corporate networks from remote locations.