Microsoft to Disable NTLM Authentication by Default in Future Windows Versions Due to Security Risks

Microsoft has announced the default deactivation of the NTLM authentication protocol in upcoming versions of Windows, citing security vulnerabilities exploited in cyberattacks. This 30-year-old protocol will be replaced by more secure alternatives such as Kerberos. No specific implementation date has been provided, but the measure will apply to future releases of the operating system. The impact affects organizations still using NTLM, exposing them to risks like relay attacks or credential theft.