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Microsoft Enhances Windows 11 Security with User Permissions

2/12/2026

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Microsoft Corporation will require user approval before apps access sensitive resources in Windows 11.
The prompts will apply to over one billion devices and use smartphone-style permission patterns.
Windows Baseline Security Mode and User Transparency and Consent will let users grant, deny, or revoke permissions.
The effort addresses rogue apps and is part of Microsoft’s Secure Future Initiative after a critical security report from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

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Microsoft Corporation will require user approval before apps access sensitive resources in Windows 11.
The prompts will apply to over one billion devices and use smartphone-style permission patterns.
Windows Baseline Security Mode and User Transparency and Consent will let users grant, deny, or revoke permissions.
The effort addresses rogue apps and is part of Microsoft’s Secure Future Initiative after a critical security report from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.