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Virtualization based security

Anonymous
2024-10-21T17:29:19+00:00

Hello,

I would like to get the maximum security possible on my laptop. Can someone help configure the virtualization based security group policy for the best security?

Thank you for your help.

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Security and privacy

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  1. Anonymous
    2024-10-22T07:20:43+00:00

    Hello，lelieee

    Thank you for posting in the Microsoft community.

    I understand that you want to configure virtualization based security group policies to maximize security, first there are some basic steps please you need to check them on your laptop before proceeding to the next step:

    1. Enabling virtualization technology

    Make sure that virtualization technology (such as Intel VT-x or AMD-V) is enabled in your computer's BIOS/UEFI. This is usually in the Advanced or CPU Configuration options.

    2. Enable Windows virtualization security features

    In Windows 11, you can enable the following security features:

    • Windows Defender Credential Guard: Protects credentials using virtualization technology.
    • Windows Defender Application Guard: Runs untrusted applications and browsers in an isolated environment.

    3. Configuring Group Policy

    You can configure virtualization security settings through the Group Policy Editor:

    1. Press Win + R and type gpedit.msc to open the Group Policy Editor.
    2. Navigate to the following path: Computer Configuration > Administrative Templates > System > Device Guard
    3. Enable the following policy:
      • Enable Virtualization Security: Ensure that this policy is enabled to use virtualization security.
      • Enable Credential Guard: Enable this policy to protect credentials.

    4. Using the Windows Security Center

    • Open the Windows Security Center and check the “Device Security” section to make sure that the “Kernel Isolation” and “Memory Integrity” features are enabled. However, this step needs to be compatible with your computer's hardware, so if you have any problems, please consult your laptop manufacturer's technical support to see if they can support this feature.

    7. Backup and recovery

    • Back up important data regularly and make sure you have a plan to restore your system in case of a security incident.

    With these steps, you can achieve higher virtualization-based security on your laptop. If you encounter any doubts or have further needs, Microsoft provides a dedicated community Microsoft Learn to provide professional answers to related questions. Because the boards are cumbersome, I will direct you to the supported locations by clicking: Windows - Microsoft Q&A（English Only）

    You can click on “Ask a Question”, where experts can provide more professional solutions or share your ideas with other users to help solve your problem.

    We hope that after contacting the appropriate department, your question will be properly dealt with. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation!

    Best Regards，

    Rota|Microsoft Community Support Specialist

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