Windows Autopatch enhancements, rolling out Sept 1–Oct 15, 2026, offer improved control over Windows quality, .NET Framework, and quick machine recovery updates. Features include customizable automatic/manual approvals, deferral settings, update pausing, and detailed per-device reporting for better update management.
Day in brief
Security Copilot joins E5/E7 while Autopatch adds granular update approvals
The period brings two substantive Message Center announcements: Security Copilot is included with Microsoft 365 E5/E7 plans, while Windows Autopatch is rolling out more detailed control over update approvals and recovery management.
- Security Copilot is included with Microsoft 365 E5/E7
Security Copilot · ComplianceSecurity Copilot is now part of Microsoft 365 E5/E7, with agents integrated across Defender, Entra, Intune, Purview, and the Security Copilot portal. Included benefits are monthly Security Compute Units and developer tools; additional paid features remain available, and organizations can opt out through support.
- Windows Autopatch expands update approval and recovery controls
Intune · ComplianceEnhancements rolling out from September 1 through October 15, 2026 add customizable automatic or manual approvals, deferral settings, update pausing, and per-device reporting for Windows quality, .NET Framework, and quick machine recovery updates.
This period briefing was generated by AI from the tracked Microsoft Learn and Message Center changes.
2 updates
Microsoft Intune
1 updateSecurity Copilot is now included with Microsoft 365 E5/E7 plans, integrating agents across Defender, Entra, Intune, Purview, and its portal. No purchase or action is needed. Organizations get monthly Security Compute Units, developer tools, and can explore additional paid features or opt out by contacting support.