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MC1216196 — Hardening changes coming to Common Log File System (CLFS) authentication

MC1216196WindowsstayInformedUpdated: 9 January 2026

A new hardening authentication mitigation has been introduced for the Common Log File System (CLFS) driver. Windows updates that include this new version of CLFS will initiate a 90 day "learning mode" period during which authentication codes will be added to log files automatically. Device behavior will change after this period. For more information, see Common Log File System (CLFS) Authentication Mitigation. When will this happen:Windows 11, version 25H2 and Windows Server 2025 updates release...

Applies to: Windows
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