Microsoft has announced an essential update for Windows Defender, applicable to the latest installation images of Windows 11, Windows 10, and Windows Server. This update addresses potential security vulnerabilities by ensuring that these images contain the most up-to-date anti-malware definitions and software components.
Outdated Defender installations can leave new Windows setups temporarily vulnerable to threats, as they might not include the latest security measures. The new update package, identified as security intelligence update version 1.431.54.0, retrofits the anti-malware client, engine, and signature versions in OS installation images to enhance their protection against emerging threats.
The Defender package version included in this update is 1.431.452.0. Notably, it upgrades the platform version to 4.18.25060.7 and the engine version to 1.1.25060.6. These changes assist in closing the gaps in defense that come from using older installation images.
Recent threats that the update aims to identify include various backdoor and phishing exploits, as well as trojans. The corresponding latest intelligence version available is 1.431.155.0. This proactive update reaffirms Microsoft’s commitment to keeping its operating systems secure and performing optimally.
For more details about the update, you can reference Microsoft’s official security information: Microsoft security intelligence update 1.431.452.0.