Microsoft’s New Windows 365 Security: Say Goodbye to Sneaky USBs and Hello to Super Secure Cloud PCs!
Microsoft is set to boost Windows 365 security in 2025 by disabling clipboard, drive, USB, and printer redirections by default. Microsoft also plans to upgrade security defaults for all Microsoft 365 tenants, including blocking legacy authentication to SharePoint and OneDrive. Cloud PCs, brace yourselves; it’s going to be a secure ride!
Hot Take:
Microsoft is on a mission to protect us from our own curiosity. With new security defaults for Windows 365, it’s like they’re saying, “We trust you, but not that much!” Clipboard? Disabled. USB? Not today, buddy. It’s like Microsoft’s version of tough love, minus the hugs.
Key Points:
- Microsoft plans to implement new security defaults for Windows 365 Cloud PCs by mid-2025.
- Clipboard, drive, USB, and printer redirections will be disabled by default to prevent data theft.
- USB redirections target only low-level devices, sparing your trusty mouse and keyboard.
- Notification banners in Intune Admin Center will alert IT admins about these changes.
- Microsoft is also updating security defaults for Microsoft 365, including legacy authentication blocks.
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