In a world where cyberthreats are constantly evolving, Windows 11 stands as a crucial defense against digital attacks. Discover how this new operating system strengthens your digital security.
“In an environment where cyberattacks are becoming increasingly sophisticated, Demystia strongly recommends considering the migration to Windows 11.
Its advanced security features, particularly NTLM protection and TPM 2.0, represent a major breakthrough in enterprise data protection. This upgrade is no longer optional but a strategic necessity for any organization concerned about cybersecurity.”
Enhanced Protection Against Password Attacks
Understanding NTLM and Pass-the-Hash Threats
Previous operating systems primarily used NTLM for authentication, potentially exposing hashed passwords during SMB connections. This vulnerability allowed attackers to intercept this data and use it to compromise sensitive resources through “pass-the-hash” attacks.
Windows 11’s Innovative Solution
Windows 11 introduces a revolutionary feature: blocking NTLM data transfer over SMB. This innovation enables administrators to:
- Block the transmission of hashed passwords to remote servers
- Effectively prevent hash capture and cracking
- Maintain controlled NTLM usage when necessary
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Enterprise Security Benefits
This new approach offers several major advantages:
- Enhanced protection against “pass-the-hash” attacks
- Increased control over network security
- Flexibility in security policy implementation
- Ability to create allowlists for specific servers
Verify Your System Compatibility
Before benefiting from these advanced security features, it’s essential to verify your system’s compatibility with Windows 11.
Using the Official Verification Tool
Microsoft provides the PC Health Check app to evaluate your system’s compatibility:
- Download the tool here: https://aka.ms/GetPCHealthCheckApp
- Install and launch the application
- Follow the instructions for system analysis
For more information about Windows 11 – Visit the official Microsoft website
Updating Results
If you’ve made hardware modifications, you can update the evaluation in two ways:
Via Task Scheduler:
- Open Task Scheduler
- Navigate to “Task Scheduler Library > Microsoft > Windows > Application Experience”
- Launch “Microsoft Compatibility Appraiser”
Via Administrator Command Prompt:
Copyschtasks.exe /Run /TN "\Microsoft\Windows\Application Experience\Microsoft Compatibility Appraiser"
Other Major Security Features
Windows 11 integrates advanced security features, some leveraging artificial intelligence for threat detection. Similar to the revolution brought by AI models like ChatGPT (discover our ChatGPT Pro: Unlimited AI power for professionals. Advanced models, superior performance, and unmatched reliability in one premium solution.), Windows 11 uses modern technologies to strengthen your system’s protection:
| Security Feature | Description | Protection Level | Requirements | Performance Impact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced NTLM Protection | Pass-the-hash attack blocking | High | TPM 2.0 | Minimal |
| Secure Boot | Boot-time rootkit protection | Very High | UEFI compatible | None |
| Core Isolation | Critical process virtualization | High | Compatible processor | Light |
| Windows Hello | Biometric authentication | Very High | Biometric sensor | None |
| BitLocker | Disk encryption | Very High | TPM 2.0 | Minimal |
| Smart App Control | Application control | Moderate | Clean installation | Moderate |
| Microsoft Defender | Built-in antivirus protection | High | None specific | Light |
| Integrity Control | Real-time system verification | Moderate | TPM 2.0 | Minimal |
Windows 11 also includes:
- Virtualization-based malware protection
- Advanced Secure Boot
- Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 2.0
- Kernel memory protection
Secure Migration Process
For a secure transition to Windows 11:
- Preparation
- Back up your critical data
- Verify security software compatibility
- Update existing drivers
- Installation
- Use only official Microsoft channels
- Maintain a stable connection during upgrade
- Preserve existing security settings
- Post-Migration Configuration
- Verify all security features are activated
- Update protection software
- Configure new security settings
Conclusion
Windows 11 represents a major advancement in cybersecurity. Its new protection features, particularly against “pass-the-hash” attacks, make it an essential choice for businesses and individuals concerned about their digital security.