diff --git a/windows/security/threat-protection/device-guard/requirements-and-deployment-planning-guidelines-for-virtualization-based-protection-of-code-integrity.md b/windows/security/threat-protection/device-guard/requirements-and-deployment-planning-guidelines-for-virtualization-based-protection-of-code-integrity.md index 4065b2122a..3112632b29 100644 --- a/windows/security/threat-protection/device-guard/requirements-and-deployment-planning-guidelines-for-virtualization-based-protection-of-code-integrity.md +++ b/windows/security/threat-protection/device-guard/requirements-and-deployment-planning-guidelines-for-virtualization-based-protection-of-code-integrity.md @@ -1,6 +1,6 @@ --- title: Deployment guidelines for Windows Defender Device Guard (Windows 10) -description: Plan your deployment of Windows Defender Device Guard. Learn about hardware requirements, deployment approaches, code signing and code integrity policies. +description: Plan your deployment of Hypervisor-Protected Code Integrity (aka Memory Integrity). Learn about hardware requirements, deployment approaches, code signing and code integrity policies. keywords: virtualization, security, malware ms.prod: m365-security ms.mktglfcycl: deploy @@ -21,14 +21,14 @@ ms.technology: mde **Applies to** - Windows 10 -Computers must meet certain hardware, firmware, and software requirements in order to take advantage of all of the virtualization-based security (VBS) features in [Windows Defender Device Guard](../device-guard/introduction-to-device-guard-virtualization-based-security-and-windows-defender-application-control.md). Computers lacking these requirements can still be protected by Windows Defender Application Control (WDAC) policies—the difference is that those computers will not be as hardened against certain threats. +Computers must meet certain hardware, firmware, and software requirements in order to take advantage of Hypervisor-Protected Code Integrity (HVCI), a virtualization-based security (VBS) feature in Windows. HVCI is referred to as Memory Integrity under the Core Isolation section of the Windows security settings. Computers lacking these requirements can still be protected by Windows Defender Application Control (WDAC) policies—the difference is that those computers will not be as hardened against certain threats. For example, hardware that includes CPU virtualization extensions and SLAT will be hardened against malware that attempts to gain access to the kernel, but without protected BIOS options such as “Boot only from internal hard drive,” the computer could be booted (by a malicious person who has physical access) into an operating system on bootable media. > [!WARNING] > Virtualization-based protection of code integrity may be incompatible with some devices and applications. We strongly recommend testing this configuration in your lab before enabling virtualization-based protection of code integrity on production systems. Failure to do so may result in unexpected failures up to and including data loss or a blue screen error (also called a stop error). -The following tables provide more information about the hardware, firmware, and software required for deployment of various Windows Defender Device Guard features. The tables describe baseline protections, plus protections for improved security that are associated with hardware and firmware options available in 2015, 2016, and 2017. +The following tables provide more information about the hardware, firmware, and software required for deployment of WDAC and HVCI. The tables describe baseline protections, plus protections for improved security that are associated with hardware and firmware options available in 2015, 2016, and 2017. > [!NOTE] > Beginning with Windows 10, version 1607, Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) must be enabled by default on new computers. @@ -42,9 +42,9 @@ The following tables provide more information about the hardware, firmware, and | Firmware: **UEFI firmware version 2.3.1.c or higher with UEFI Secure Boot** | See the System.Fundamentals.Firmware.UEFISecureBoot requirement in the [Windows Hardware Compatibility Specifications for Windows 10, version 1809 and Windows Server 2019 - Systems download](https://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?linkid=2027110). You can find previous versions of the Windows Hardware Compatibility Program Specifications and Policies [here](/windows-hardware/design/compatibility/whcp-specifications-policies). | UEFI Secure Boot helps ensure that the device boots only authorized code. This can prevent boot kits and root kits from installing and persisting across reboots. | | Firmware: **Secure firmware update process** | UEFI firmware must support secure firmware update found under the System.Fundamentals.Firmware.UEFISecureBoot requirement in the [Windows Hardware Compatibility Specifications for Windows 10, version 1809 and Windows Server 2019 - Systems download](https://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?linkid=2027110). You can find previous versions of the Windows Hardware Compatibility Program Specifications and Policies [here](/windows-hardware/design/compatibility/whcp-specifications-policies). | UEFI firmware just like software can have security vulnerabilities that, when found, need to be patched through firmware updates. Patching helps prevent root kits from getting installed. | | Software: **HVCI compatible drivers** | See the Filter.Driver.DeviceGuard.DriverCompatibility requirement in the [Windows Hardware Compatibility Specifications for Windows 10, version 1809 and Windows Server 2019 - Filter driver download](https://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?linkid=2027110). You can find previous versions of the Windows Hardware Compatibility Program Specifications and Policies [here](/windows-hardware/design/compatibility/whcp-specifications-policies). | [HVCI Compatible](https://blogs.msdn.microsoft.com/windows_hardware_certification/2015/05/22/driver-compatibility-with-device-guard-in-windows-10/) drivers help ensure that VBS can maintain appropriate memory permissions. This increases resistance to bypassing vulnerable kernel drivers and helps ensure that malware cannot run in kernel. Only code verified through code integrity can run in kernel mode. | -| Software: Qualified **Windows operating system** | Windows 10 Enterprise, Windows 10 Pro, Windows 10 Education, Windows Server 2016, or Windows 10 IoT Enterprise

Important:
Windows Server 2016 running as a domain controller does not support Windows Defender Credential Guard. Only virtualization-based protection of code integrity is supported in this configuration.

| Support for VBS and for management features that simplify configuration of Windows Defender Device Guard. | +| Software: Qualified **Windows operating system** | Windows 10 Enterprise, Windows 10 Pro, Windows 10 Education, Windows Server 2016, or Windows 10 IoT Enterprise

Important:
Windows Server 2016 running as a domain controller does not support Windows Defender Credential Guard. Only virtualization-based protection of code integrity is supported in this configuration.

| Support for VBS and for management features. | -> **Important**  The following tables list additional qualifications for improved security. You can use Windows Defender Device Guard with hardware, firmware, and software that support baseline protections, even if they do not support protections for improved security. However, we strongly recommend meeting these additional qualifications to significantly strengthen the level of security that Windows Defender Device Guard can provide. +> **Important**  The following tables list additional qualifications for improved security. You can use WDAC and HVCI with hardware, firmware, and software that support baseline protections, even if they do not support protections for improved security. However, we strongly recommend meeting these additional qualifications to significantly strengthen the level of security that WDAC and HVCI can provide. ## Additional qualifications for improved security @@ -76,4 +76,4 @@ The following tables describe additional hardware and firmware qualifications, a | Protections for Improved Security | Description | Security benefits | |---------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------|------| | Firmware: **VBS enablement of NX protection for UEFI runtime services** | • VBS will enable No-Execute (NX) protection on UEFI runtime service code and data memory regions. UEFI runtime service code must support read-only page protections, and UEFI runtime service data must not be executable.
• UEFI runtime service must meet these requirements:
    • Implement UEFI 2.6 EFI_MEMORY_ATTRIBUTES_TABLE. All UEFI runtime service memory (code and data) must be described by this table.
    • PE sections need to be page-aligned in memory (not required for in non-volitile storage).
    • The Memory Attributes Table needs to correctly mark code and data as RO/NX for configuration by the OS:
        • All entries must include attributes EFI_MEMORY_RO, EFI_MEMORY_XP, or both
        • No entries may be left with neither of the above attributes, indicating memory that is both executable and writable. Memory must be either readable and executable or writeable and non-executable.

Notes:
• This only applies to UEFI runtime service memory, and not UEFI boot service memory.
• This protection is applied by VBS on OS page tables.


Please also note the following:
• Do not use sections that are both writeable and executable
• Do not attempt to directly modify executable system memory
• Do not use dynamic code | • Vulnerabilities in UEFI runtime, if any, will be blocked from compromising VBS (such as in functions like UpdateCapsule and SetVariable)
• Reduces the attack surface to VBS from system firmware. | -| Firmware: **Firmware support for SMM protection** | The [Windows SMM Security Mitigations Table (WSMT) specification](https://download.microsoft.com/download/1/8/A/18A21244-EB67-4538-BAA2-1A54E0E490B6/WSMT.docx) contains details of an Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) table that was created for use with Windows operating systems that support Windows virtualization-based security (VBS) features.| • Protects against potential vulnerabilities in UEFI runtime services, if any, will be blocked from compromising VBS (such as in functions like UpdateCapsule and SetVariable)
• Reduces the attack surface to VBS from system firmware.
• Blocks additional security attacks against SMM. | \ No newline at end of file +| Firmware: **Firmware support for SMM protection** | The [Windows SMM Security Mitigations Table (WSMT) specification](https://download.microsoft.com/download/1/8/A/18A21244-EB67-4538-BAA2-1A54E0E490B6/WSMT.docx) contains details of an Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) table that was created for use with Windows operating systems that support Windows virtualization-based security (VBS) features.| • Protects against potential vulnerabilities in UEFI runtime services, if any, will be blocked from compromising VBS (such as in functions like UpdateCapsule and SetVariable)
• Reduces the attack surface to VBS from system firmware.
• Blocks additional security attacks against SMM. | diff --git a/windows/security/threat-protection/intelligence/virus-initiative-criteria.md b/windows/security/threat-protection/intelligence/virus-initiative-criteria.md index 83ca25908d..ccb2eb6624 100644 --- a/windows/security/threat-protection/intelligence/virus-initiative-criteria.md +++ b/windows/security/threat-protection/intelligence/virus-initiative-criteria.md @@ -18,34 +18,27 @@ ms.technology: mde # Microsoft Virus Initiative -The Microsoft Virus Initiative (MVI) helps organizations to get their products working and integrated with Windows. - -MVI members receive access to Windows APIs and other technologies including IOAV, AMSI, and Cloud files. Members also get malware telemetry and samples and invitations to security-related events and conferences. +The Microsoft Virus Initiative (MVI) helps organizations develop better-together security solutions that are performant, reliable, and aligned with Microsoft technology and strategy. ## Become a member -You can request membership if you're a representative for an organization that develops and produces antimalware or antivirus technology. Your organization must meet the following requirements to qualify for the MVI program: +You can request membership if you're a representative for an organization that develops and produces antimalware or antivirus technology. -1. Offer an antimalware or antivirus product that meets one of the following criteria: +To qualify for the MVI program, your organization must meet all the following requirements: - * Your organization's own creation. - * Developed by using an SDK (engine and other components) from another MVI Partner company and your organization adds a custom UI and/or other functionality. +1) Your security solution either replaces or compliments Microsoft Defender Antivirus. -2. Have your own malware research team unless you build a product based on an SDK. +2) Your organization is responsible for both developing and distributing app updates to end-customers that address compatibility with Windows. -3. Be active and have a positive reputation in the antimalware industry. +3) Your organization must be active in the antimalware industry and have a positive reputation, as evidenced by participation in industry conferences or being reviewed in an industry-standard report such as AV-Comparatives, OPSWAT, or Gartner. - * Activity can include participation in industry conferences or being reviewed in an industry standard report such as AV Comparatives, OPSWAT, or Gartner. +4) Your organization must sign a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) with Microsoft. -4. Be willing to sign a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) with Microsoft. +5) Your organization must sign a program license agreement. Maintaining this license agreement requires that you adhere to all program requirements for antimalware apps. These requirements define the behavior of antimalware apps necessary to ensure proper interaction with Windows. -5. Be willing to sign a program license agreement. +6) You must submit your app to Microsoft for periodic performance testing and feature review. -6. Be willing to adhere to program requirements for antimalware apps. These requirements define the behavior of antimalware apps necessary to ensure proper interaction with Windows. - -7. Submit your app to Microsoft for periodic performance testing. - -8. Certified through independent testing by at least one industry standard organization. +7) Your solution must be certified through independent testing by at least one industry-standard organization, and yearly certification must be maintained. Test Provider | Lab Test Type | Minimum Level / Score ------------- |---------------|---------------------- @@ -60,4 +53,4 @@ West Coast Labs | Checkmark Certified
http://www.checkmarkcertified.com/sm ## Apply now -If your organization meets these criteria and is interested in joining, [apply for membership now](https://www.microsoft.com/wdsi/alliances/apply-alliance-membership). For questions, [contact us for more information](https://www.microsoft.com/wdsi/alliances/collaboration-inquiry). +If your organization meets these criteria and is interested in joining, [apply for membership now](https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=v4j5cvGGr0GRqy180BHbRxusDUkejalGp0OAgRTWC7BUQVRYUEVMNlFZUjFaUDY2T1U1UDVVU1NKVi4u). diff --git a/windows/whats-new/windows-11-prepare.md b/windows/whats-new/windows-11-prepare.md index b301ed3de2..da063c4529 100644 --- a/windows/whats-new/windows-11-prepare.md +++ b/windows/whats-new/windows-11-prepare.md @@ -50,7 +50,7 @@ The tools that you use for core workloads during Windows 10 deployments can stil - The product field must specify Windows 11 in order for devices to upgrade to Windows 11. If only the target version field is configured, the device will be offered matching versions of the same product. - For example, if a device is running Windows 10, version 2004 and only the target version is configured to 21H1, this device will be offered version Windows 10, version 21H1, even if multiple products have a 21H1 version. - Quality update deferrals will continue to work the same across both Windows 10 and Windows 11. This is true regardless of which management tool you use to configure Windows Update for Business policies. -- If you use Microsoft Intune and have a Microsoft 365 E3 license, you will be able to use feature update deployments to easily update devices from one release of Windows 10 to another, or to upgrade Windows 10 devices to Windows 11. You can also continue using the same update experience controls to manage Windows 10 and Windows 11. +- If you use Microsoft Intune and have a Microsoft 365 E3 license, you will be able to use [feature update deployments](/mem/intune/protect/windows-10-feature-updates) to easily update devices from one release of Windows 10 to another, or to upgrade Windows 10 devices to Windows 11. You can also continue using the same update experience controls to manage Windows 10 and Windows 11. If you aren’t ready to move to Windows 11, keep the feature update version set at the version you are currently on. When you are ready to start upgrading devices, change the feature update deployment setting to specify Windows 11. ## Cloud-based management