Summary
- Windows 11, version 23H2 Enterprise and Education editions will stop receiving monthly security and non-security preview updates after the end-of-updates date.
- Devices still on Windows 11 23H2 in Enterprise or Education will need to be upgraded to a supported release to keep getting security and quality updates.
- Microsoft recommends moving eligible devices to Windows 11, version 25H2 to remain in support.
- This is an end-of-support reminder for Windows lifecycle management; no feature change is being introduced in the Message Center post.
Message ID: MC1472443
Primary Service: Windows
Admin Impact: High
User Impact: Medium
Release Start: 10 Nov 2026
Release End: 10 Nov 2026
Service: Windows
Category: Stay informed
Tags: Admin impact
Rollout: November 2026, October 2028
History
9/15/2026 Item Added to Message Center
Microsoft Message
On November 10, 2026, Windows 11, version 23H2 Enterprise and Education editions will reach end of updates. The November 2026 Windows security update will be the last update available for these editions. After this date, devices running these editions will no longer receive monthly security and non-security preview updates containing protections from the latest security threats.
To continue receiving monthly security and quality updates, we recommend updating eligible devices running Windows 11, version 23H2 Enterprise and Education editions to Windows 11, version 25H2. Windows 11, version 25H2 Enterprise and Education editions will continue to receive updates until October 11, 2028.
For more information about product lifecycle dates, see Windows 11 release information and Lifecycle FAQ – Windows.