Microsoft Brings Built-In Sysmon Security Monitoring to Windows 11

Microsoft has started rolling out built-in System Monitor (Sysmon) functionality directly in Windows 11. The integration allows the popular Sysinternals security tool to run natively within the operating system, meaning users can skip out on third-party software designed for the same purpose.

Windows Insiders enrolled in the Dev and Beta channels can now access native Sysmon through Build 26220.7752 and Build 26300.7733, respectively. Microsoft has disabled the option by default, so you'll need to enable it manually in Settings or via the DISM command line tool. The company also notes that users must uninstall any existing standalone Sysmon installation before enabling the built-in version.

The Sysmon tool is part of the Sysinternals suite. It monitors system activity and records detailed information in the Windows Event Log. Security professionals and IT admins use it to detect stolen credentials and monitor network activity, which can lead to broader investigations ...