- Windows 11 Enterprise Version 24H2 adds Hotpatching support
- You can install security updates without restarting
- AMD64 and Intel supported now, Arm64 later
Microsoft has confirmed that Hotpatch updates are now available for compatible commercial devices running Windows 11 Enterprise Version 24H2, which is excellent news for organizations that seek to reduce downtime.
Hotpatch updates allow you to install the safety system safety updates in the background without the need to restart the device, reducing user’s disruption without sacrificing security.
To be eligible for pots-de-hot, companies will have to run an X64 (AMD64 or Intel) processor and have an active Microsoft (E3 / E5 / F3 / F3, A3 / A5 or Windows 365 Enterprise) subscription).
The Windows 11 Hotpathing comes to corporate devices
In a blog article, David Callaghan from Microsoft explained that updates “updates take effect immediately after installation, providing rapid protection against vulnerabilities”.
Callaghan has also noted that Hotpatché devices receive the same degree of protection as the devices that have updated more conventionally on the traditional versions of the company’s patch, but as they do not require that the PC restart, workers will undergo fewer interruptions.
Companies will have to create a Hotpatch compatible quality update strategy via Microsoft Intune, and IT administrators will note different KB numbers and OS versions for devices registered in Hotpatchés updates.
Four times a year in January, April, July and October, the aircraft will always have to restart when installing security updates, but the next two months of each quarter will not require the device restart.
In terms of eligibility, Callaghan also noted that the ARM64 devices are in preview, indicating an additional support possibly.
“From the Microsoft Intune administration center, go to devices> Windows updates> Create the Windows quality update strategy and switch it to authorize,” explains the article.
Generally available from April 2, 2025, Microsoft only confirmed that the ARM64 devices would obtain “later” management.
