Unable to start ssh on server 2019

[Deepak0020]

I tried to start ssh on server 2019, but getting error.

I tried to start ssh from services and getting below error. I also tried to start ssh with command but same error.

 

[xrobwx71]

via ChatGTP:
...means the OpenSSH SSH Server service doesn't have the required privileges (permissions) assigned to its logon account, most likely NT SERVICE\SSHD.

🛠 Here's how to fix it:​

Step 1: Open Local Security Policy​

1. Press Win + R, type secpol.msc, and press Enter.
2. Navigate to:
   Local Policies > User Rights Assignment
   

Step 2: Grant "Log on as a service" to​

1. In the right pane, find "Log on as a service".
2. Double-click it.
3. Click Add User or Group.
4. Type:
   NT SERVICE\SSHD
5. Click OK, then Apply.

If "Add User or Group" is grayed out, it might be controlled by a domain group policy. In that case, you'd need to adjust it from your domain controller's Group Policy Management Console.

Step 3: Restart the OpenSSH SSH Server service​

1. Open services.msc
2. Find OpenSSH SSH Server
3. Right-click > Start

 

[Deepak0020]

Hello xrobwx71,

Thanks for the response. I already did this troubleshooting and nothing change. I am still facing the same issue.

I also tried to re-install the ssh and facing same issue.

I am going to share my ssh config file for your reference.