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> Microsoft tightens Windows enterprise activation security

[SOURCE] Help Net Security [AUTHOR: Anamarija Pogorelec] [DATE: 24/07/2026 09:52] [LANGUAGE: EN]
Microsoft is making Trusted Platform Module (TPM)-backed attestation a requirement for Windows Key Management Service (KMS), the on-premises service used for Windows volume activation, replacing the software-only trust model with hardware-backed verification to strengthen enterprise activation security. Attestation will become mandatory with the next Windows Server Long-Term Servicing Channel (LTSC) release. How TPM-backed KMS attestation works The KMS server uses its TPM to generate an attestation report proving its identity and integrity before activation is … More → The post Microsoft tightens Windows enterprise activation security appeared first on Help Net Security.
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