diff --git a/windows/client-management/mdm/index.md b/windows/client-management/mdm/index.md index b149873eb6..dd4af0e6e8 100644 --- a/windows/client-management/mdm/index.md +++ b/windows/client-management/mdm/index.md @@ -25,6 +25,23 @@ There are two parts to the Windows 10 management component: Third-party MDM servers can manage Windows 10 by using the MDM protocol. The built-in management client is able to communicate with a third-party server proxy that supports the protocols outlined in this document to perform enterprise management tasks. The third-party server will have the same consistent first-party user experience for enrollment, which also provides simplicity for Windows 10 users. MDM servers do not need to create or download a client to manage Windows 10. For details about the MDM protocols, see [\[MS-MDM\]: Mobile Device Management Protocol](https://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/p/?LinkId=619346) and [\[MS-MDE2\]: Mobile Device Enrollment Protocol Version 2]( http://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/p/?LinkId=619347). +## MDM Security baseline + +With Windows 10, version 1809, Microsoft is also releasing a Microsoft MDM Security baseline that functions like the Microsoft GP-based security baseline. You can easily integrate this baseline into any MDM to support IT pros’ operational needs, addressing security concerns for modern cloud-managed devices. + +The MDM security baseline includes policies that cover the following areas: + +- Microsoft inbox security technology (not deprecated) such as Bitlocker, Smartscreen, and DeviceGuard (virtual-based security), ExploitGuard, Defender, and Firewall +- Restricting remote access to devices +- Setting credential requirements for passwords and PINs +- Restricting use of legacy technology +- Legacy technology policies that offer alternative solutions with modern technology +- And much more + +For more details about the MDM policies defined in the MDM security baseline and what Microsoft’s recommended baseline policy values are, see the following document. + +[Download MDM Security Baseline Public Preview document for Windows 10, version 1809]() + ## Learn about migrating to MDM