378649 – Microsoft Intune: Windows enrollment attestation

Product:

Intune

Platform:

Windows Desktop, World tenant

Status:

In development

Change type:

Admin impact

Links:

Details:

Physical Windows devices will be attested at enrollment that enrollment credentials are stored in the hardware of the device. Administrators can view device attestations in the new Device attestation status report and manually force attestation from that report.

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Scope:
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Release Phase:
Preview, General Availability

Created:
2024-01-19

updated:
2024-09-14

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Direct effects for Operations**

- Direct Impact on IT Operations
- Increased administrative workload for IT administrators
- Role Impacted: IT Administrators
- Administrators will need to monitor and manage the new Device attestation status report, which may require additional training and time investment.
- Potential for temporary service disruptions during the enrollment process
- Role Impacted: IT Support Staff
- Users may experience delays or issues when enrolling devices, leading to increased support requests and potential downtime.
- Changes in device management policies and procedures
- Role Impacted: IT Operations Managers
- Existing policies may need to be updated to incorporate the new attestation requirements, necessitating a review of compliance and security protocols.

- Impact on IT Services
- Dependency on hardware compatibility and firmware updates
- Role Impacted: IT Infrastructure Teams
- Devices must support the attestation feature, which may require firmware updates or hardware replacements for non-compliant devices.
- Integration with existing security and compliance frameworks
- Role Impacted: Security Officers
- The new attestation process may necessitate adjustments to current security measures and compliance checks, potentially impacting overall security posture.
- Increased reliance on Microsoft Intune for device management
- Role Impacted: IT Service Managers
- As the primary tool for managing device enrollment, any issues with Intune could lead to widespread operational challenges.

- Impact on IT Users
- Changes in user experience during device enrollment
- Role Impacted: End Users
- Users may face a more complex enrollment process, which could lead to confusion or frustration, especially if they are not adequately informed about the changes.
- Potential delays in accessing corporate resources
- Role Impacted: Business Users
- Users may experience delays in gaining access to necessary applications and data while their devices undergo the attestation process.
- Increased need for user training and support
- Role Impacted: Training Coordinators
- Users may require additional training on the new enrollment process and the importance of device attestation, leading to increased demand for training resources.

References:
- Microsoft Intune Documentation: [Microsoft Intune](https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/mem/intune/)
- Microsoft Tech Community: [Device Attestation](https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/intune-customer-success/device-attestation-in-intune/ba-p/123456) (hypothetical link for illustration)

Opportunities**

- Enhanced Device Security and Compliance
- Implementing Windows enrollment attestation through Microsoft Intune will ensure that only devices with secure hardware credentials are enrolled. This can significantly reduce the risk of unauthorized access and enhance overall security posture.
- Roles that might profit:
- IT Security Team
- Compliance Officers

- Streamlined Device Management Processes
- The new Device attestation status report allows administrators to easily view and manage device attestations. This can lead to more efficient troubleshooting and faster resolution of enrollment issues, ultimately improving user experience.
- Roles that might profit:
- IT Administrators
- Help Desk Support

- Cost-Effective Licensing Management
- By ensuring that only compliant devices are enrolled, organizations can potentially reduce the number of licenses required for non-compliant or unauthorized devices. This can lead to cost savings in licensing fees over time.
- Roles that might profit:
- IT Finance Team
- Procurement Officers

References:
- Microsoft Intune Documentation: [Microsoft Intune](https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/mem/intune/)
- Device Attestation Overview: [Device Attestation](https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/intune-customer-success/device-attestation-for-windows-devices/ba-p/3661230)

Potentional Risks**

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