Microsoft breaks down how to secure Windows 365 cloud PCs
Whether a PC is in the cloud or on your desk, it’s important to keep it secure.
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What you need to know
Microsoft details security capabilities for its new cloud PC serviceWindows 365in aTech Community post. The company outline guidance for Windows 365 Business and Windows 365 Enterprise, which vary largely regarding the default privilege level of users. Like physical devices, attackers will try to take advantage of security flaws in cloud PCs. Earlier this month, we reported on asecurity vulnerability in Windows 365.
Windows 365 Business is aimed at smaller businesses. Because of this, it grants end users local admin rights on Cloud PCs. This is similar to what’s seen with physical PCs in these types of organizations. It does, however, present a different set of security challenges when compared to standard users lacking admin privileges.
Microsoft recommends the following steps if organizations want to use Microsoft Endpoint Manager:
In contrast to Windows 365 Business, Windows 365 Enterprise is built for organizations with IT teams. Windows 365 Enterprise uses Microsoft Endpoint Manager out of the box. It also makes people standard users by default rather than granting admin rights.
Microsoft recommends that Windows 365 Enterprise customers do the following:
Microsoft notes that at the moment, Windows 365 doesn’t support trusted launch. The company is working to bring trusted launch to Windows 365 alongsideWindows 11coming to the cloud PC service.
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Sean Endicott is a tech journalist at Windows Central, specializing in Windows, Microsoft software, AI, and PCs. He’s covered major launches, from Windows 10 and 11 to the rise of AI tools like ChatGPT. Sean’s journey began with the Lumia 740, leading to strong ties with app developers. Outside writing, he coaches American football, utilizing Microsoft services to manage his team. He studied broadcast journalism at Nottingham Trent University and is active on X @SeanEndicott_ and Threads @sean_endicott_.
