Windows 11 security features are designed for hybrid work
With Windows 11, you can protect your valuable data and enable secure hybrid work with the latest advanced security that small or medium-sized businesses say results in 2.8 times fewer instances of identity theft.
Read this article to get the details on Windows 11 advanced security features.
What are the key security features of Windows 11 for hybrid work?
Windows 11 introduces several security features tailored for hybrid work, including Smart App Control, which uses AI to predict app safety and prevent untrusted applications from running. It also employs virtualization-based security (VBS) for enhanced kernel protection and enables Hypervisor-protected Code Integrity (HVCI) by default on new devices. Additionally, Windows Defender Credential Guard helps protect against credential theft, and enhanced phishing protection in Microsoft Defender Smartscreen warns users about compromised apps and websites.
How does Windows 11 enhance identity protection?
Windows 11 enhances identity protection through features like Windows Defender Credential Guard, which is enabled by default in the Enterprise edition. This feature uses hardware-backed virtualization to safeguard against credential theft. Additionally, Local Security Authority (LSA) protection ensures that only trusted code is loaded, making it harder for attackers to steal credentials. The system also promotes good credential hygiene by warning users about unsafe password practices.
What is the role of the Microsoft Pluton security processor in Windows 11?
The Microsoft Pluton security processor is integrated into the CPU and provides protection for sensitive assets like credentials and encryption keys by isolating them from the rest of the system. It receives security updates directly from the cloud through the Windows update process, simplifying management for security teams and ensuring ongoing protection against threats. This integration enhances the overall security posture of Windows 11, especially in hybrid work scenarios.
Windows 11 security features are designed for hybrid work
published by CX Consulting (Pty) Ltd
CX Consulting was established in 2020 by Pieter vd Walt. With the ever increasing threat of cyber attacks and cyber crime, organisations are often at a loss at what to do. New software vulnerabilities are found daily, web application attacks leave websites vulnerable and viruses become increasingly silent and stealthy. Often, the simplest things such as weak passwords and uneducated staff can be the cause of an entire company infrastructure being compromised. Our aim is to make your company or organisation as unattractive to cybercriminals as possible - and keeping your sensitive financial and client data safe. This is done in a variety of ways including attack and penetration testing, vulnerability assessments, user awareness campaigns, and keeping your company constantly safe with a month-to-month service level agreement. We also consult and provide managed IT services to support medium sized firms with their IT infrastructure. We are a premium IT service provider focused on medium sized businesses. We no longer focus on the break & fix model as our aim is to prevent and minimize downtime.
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