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WDAC (Windows Defender Application Control) is a security feature in Windows that allows organizations to control which drivers and applications can run on their systems. The tag covers discussions about WDAC policy configuration, driver trust enforcement, and its role in hardening Windows against unauthorized code. Recent content focuses on Microsoft's plan to stop loading legacy cross-signed kernel drivers by default starting April 2026, a change that intersects with WDAC app control policies. Topics include enterprise compatibility, evaluation modes for testing impact, and curated allow lists for reputable older drivers. The tag is relevant for IT administrators and security professionals managing Windows 11 and enterprise deployments.
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    Microsoft Kernel Trust Change (April 2026): Stop Legacy Cross-Signed Drivers

    Microsoft is preparing one of the most consequential Windows kernel trust changes in years, and it lands at the intersection of security hardening, enterprise compatibility, and Microsoft’s broader effort to make Windows 11 feel more reliable. The company plans to stop loading kernel drivers...
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    • app control for business application control for business driver signing enterprise it enterprise it management kernel code integrity kernel driver security kernel driver signing kernel driver trust kernel drivers wdac wdac app control whcp whcp driver signing whcp signing windows 11 windows kernel security windows security
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