Configuring Surface Security and Firmware Protection

Hardware-level security is the foundation of modern device defense, yet firmware configuration is often overlooked. This text-based course teaches you how to secure Surface devices from the ground up, starting with core firmware concepts. You will gain the skills to configure advanced security features on Surface hardware, protecting systems against low-level exploits and unauthorized access. What you'll learn: 1. Understand the fundamentals of firmware security, modern threat landscapes, and zero-trust hardware principles. 2. Configure Surface UEFI settings and explore the open-source Project Mu firmware architecture. 3. Implement Virtualization-based Security (VBS) and Hypervisor-Protected Code Integrity (HVCI) in Windows. 4. Reduce the firmware attack surface by configuring hardware-level protections and secure boot options. 5. Manage and deploy security policies across fleet devices using written administrative guides. The course begins with foundational definitions of firmware security before guiding you through step-by-step configuration scenarios for Surface UEFI, Windows security subsystems, and virtualization protections. This course is designed for IT professionals, system administrators, and security enthusiasts who are new to hardware-level security, with no advanced prerequisites required. Start reading to build a robust, hardware-rooted security posture for your device deployment.