Transform Your Windows 11 Upgrade with MWM's Azure Virtual Desktop Solution

Security Exposure Escalates

Windows 10 officially reached end-of-support on October 14, 2025, meaning Microsoft no longer provides technical assistance, feature updates, or critical security patches. Organizations continuing to operate on Windows 10 face exponentially increasing exposure to sophisticated cyberattacks, with no recourse for patches or fixes from Microsoft. This creates an unacceptable risk profile for any organization handling sensitive data.

Regulatory Compliance at Risk

The compliance implications are severe and immediate. Under HIPAA's Security Rule, covered entities must maintain current systems and apply security patches to safeguard sensitive information. The Department of Health and Human Services explicitly warns that running outdated or unsupported software, such as Windows 10 after its October 2025 end-of-support date, constitutes non-compliance.

Similarly, data protection regulations including GDPR, PCI-DSS, and industry-specific standards require organizations to maintain up-to-date security on systems handling sensitive data. Organizations face both direct financial penalties-potentially reaching millions of dollars-and devastating reputational damage from compliance failures. Cyber insurance claims may also be denied if an outdated operating system contributed to a breach.

TPM 2.0: Hardware-Rooted Security

Windows 11's security foundation rests on Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 2.0, which provides hardware-based security through advanced encryption, improved cryptography, and enhanced isolation. TPM 2.0 securely stores credentials, performs cryptographic operations, and verifies system integrity during boot by recording measurements-ensuring encryption keys are only accessible when authorized software loads.

This hardware-rooted security unlocks critical protective features including BitLocker drive encryption, Credential Guard for credential isolation, and Secure Boot for verified system integrity. Microsoft's advanced security technologies-Credential Guard, Virtualization-Based Security, and Secured-Core PCs-all require TPM 2.0, offering robust defences against unauthorized access and data breaches.

Futureproofing and Compliance

Built to ISO standards, TPM 2.0 supports diverse cryptographic methods essential across regulated industries. As artificial intelligence capabilities expand across devices and environments, TPM 2.0's trusted hardware foundation becomes increasingly critical for securing sensitive data, supporting compliance requirements, and adapting to evolving regulations in finance, healthcare, government, and other data-sensitive sectors.

Comprehensive Implementation Roadmap

A successful AVD migration requires careful planning and structured execution. Our proven methodology addresses every critical element: