To turn on HVCI (which is enabled via the Memory Integrity setting in Windows), you can follow these steps through the Windows Settings menu.
Enabling HVCI (Memory Integrity)
Enabling HVCI, known as Memory Integrity in Windows Security, helps protect your system from malicious software by preventing attacks that try to inject hostile code into high-security processes. Here is how to turn it on based on the provided reference:
- Access Settings: Click the Windows Start menu, then select the ⚙️Settings icon.
- Navigate to Security Settings: Go to
Update & Security
>Windows Security
>Device Security
. - Find Core Isolation: Under the "Core isolation" section, locate "Memory Integrity".
- Toggle On: Toggle the switch to the "On" position.
- Restart Your PC: Restart your system when prompted to apply the changes effectively.
By following these steps, you activate the Memory Integrity feature, which utilizes HVCI to enhance your device's security against specific types of threats.