Windows Report

Microsoft Blocks Legacy Drivers in Windows 11 With New Kernel Security Policy

Microsoft will block legacy drivers in Windows 11 starting April 2026, enforcing WHCP signing to improve security and system stability.

Microsoft is changing a Windows kernel policy that's been around for decades

Windows 11 will soon reject outdated drivers by default, but Microsoft is adding safeguards and overrides to avoid breaking ...
CSOonline

Microsoft hints at revoking access to the Windows kernel — eventually

A new Microsoft announcement suggests it has found a way to deliver kernel-level visibility and capabilities to apps running in user mode. Experts conclude a ban on kernel access for cybersecurity ...
The Verge

Microsoft is moving antivirus providers out of the Windows kernel

Microsoft is ready to test Windows changes to prevent another CrowdStrike incident. Microsoft is ready to test Windows changes to prevent another CrowdStrike incident. is a senior editor and author of ...

My 5-step security checklist for every new Windows PC

My 5-step security checklist for every new Windows PC ...
Windows Report

Windows 11 KB5079464 Dev Update Improves Microsoft 365 Account Settings

Windows 11 KB5079464 Dev update adds new Microsoft 365 account management options in Settings, custom user folder naming during setup, and stricter driver security policies.

How Windows 11 Pro helps you work smarter with built‑in security and AI tools

Windows 11 Pro combines useful built-in security with AI tools to protect your data and streamline how you work every day.