- By Prateek Levi
- Sun, 15 Feb 2026 11:48 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Microsoft is set to introduce a new security feature soon to its Windows 11, which will apparently stop malicious or risky software before it runs on your operating system. The tech giant is looking towards a new configuration where only properly authenticated or signed applications or drivers would be able to run unless the user manually prompts the setting. This move comes against the backdrop of Microsoft trying to strengthen its core security apparatus.
At the core of this latest security patch sits Microsoft's Windows Baseline Security Mode. Microsoft describes this new feature as a ready-made security setup that automatically applies a strong set of protection measures, especially useful for brand-new devices or fresh Windows installations.
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Once turned on, Windows Baseline Security Mode limits the system to running only apps and drivers that are trusted and properly signed. In simple terms, any software trying to run must come from a verified publisher and carry a valid digital signature. This helps block malware that often sneaks in through unsigned apps or tampered drivers.
According to Microsoft, the idea isn’t entirely new. The mode builds on existing tools like driver signature enforcement and app control policies but brings them together into a single, easy-to-enable security baseline that works out of the box.
Along with this, Microsoft is also working on making Windows more transparent about security actions. Users will see clearer alerts when apps or drivers try to make system-level changes, and it will be easier to check whether a piece of software is genuinely signed and verified before it runs.
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The company wants to clarify that it wants to keep user consent paramount, and these changes won't just show up in a flash but will be gradually introduced to the public using Windows 11 devices. The company aims to make Windows "secure by default" while still being user compatible. Users can expect more details to follow as the release gradually unfolds itself.