Microsoft will require a Windows driver SBOM and VEX statement for signing from March 2027, aligning WHCP with the EU CRA.
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Starting April 2026, the Windows 11 kernel will only trust WHCP-certified drivers. Learn how this shift affects legacy hardware and enterprise compatibility.
Microsoft's new WHCP mandates all Windows PC USB-C ports support display output, power delivery, and 5Gbps data transfer, aiming for consistent user experience.