Microsoft is set to automatically enable Memory Integrity, a key component of Virtualization-Based Security, in an upcoming Windows 11 update scheduled for October 13. This security feature restricts kernel-mode execution to only trusted code and drivers.
Users should note that enabling Memory Integrity, also known as Core Isolation, may require a system reset to adjust BIOS settings. This change will disable undervolting software like ThrottleStop and Intel XTU, which rely on disabling Windows Virtualization.
While the update aims to improve memory efficiency for 8GB RAM systems, it could potentially reduce gaming performance. The shift prioritizes system-level security by enforcing strict code integrity, though it limits hardware-level tuning capabilities.