Windows 365 Cloud PCs already encrypt sessions and enforce identity-based authentication methods like MFA to prevent hijacking and man-in-the-middle attacks. However, endpoint device resident threats targeting windows cloud sessions such as key loggers that can still compromise sensitive data, leading to compliance risks and financial loss. Windows Cloud IO Protection addresses this gap with a kernel-level driver and system-level encryption that securely routes keystrokes directly to the Cloud PC, bypassing OS layers vulnerable to malware. When this feature is enabled on a Cloud PC or Azure Virtual Desktop session host, it enforces a strict trust model: - Only protected endpoint physical devices can connect. - Endpoints must have the Windows Cloud IO Protect MSI installed to be protected. If the MSI is missing, the connection is blocked and an error message appears. This ensures a secure channel between the Windows app and the Cloud PC/Azure Virtual Desktop session host, delivering uncompromised input protection.
Technical details
Publisher
Microsoft
Author
Microsoft Corporation
Version
0.0.1021
Release date
2026-07-28
License
Proprietary
Installer type
wix
Architecture
x64, arm64
Package ID
Microsoft.WindowsCloudIOProtectionDriver
Install Windows Cloud IO Protection driver from the command line
Windows Cloud IO Protection driver version history
0.0.968
0.0.910
0.0.898
0.0.837
0.0.693
Frequently asked questions
Is Windows Cloud IO Protection driver free?
Windows Cloud IO Protection driver is proprietary software from Microsoft. Check the publisher's license terms for pricing and usage rights.
What is the latest version of Windows Cloud IO Protection driver?
The latest version is 0.0.1021, released on Jul 28, 2026.
Is it safe to download Windows Cloud IO Protection driver?
The download button links to the official installer published on res-1.cdn.office.net, the same file Windows Package Manager installs. You can verify the downloaded file by comparing its SHA-256 checksum with ec382bc092201ee710039b3e5a3d7d1e800487454fb6810221b230dbd3f2e3d6.
Which Windows versions does Windows Cloud IO Protection driver support?
Windows Cloud IO Protection driver runs on Windows and is available for 64-bit (x64), ARM64 systems.
How do I install Windows Cloud IO Protection driver silently?
Run the offline installer with msiexec /i "wcio_protection_driver_installer_x64_0.0.1021.msi" /quiet /norestart, or install it with Windows Package Manager: winget install --id=Microsoft.WindowsCloudIOProtectionDriver -e --silent.
How do I uninstall Windows Cloud IO Protection driver?
Open Settings › Apps › Installed apps, find Windows Cloud IO Protection driver and select Uninstall. From the command line, run winget uninstall --id=Microsoft.WindowsCloudIOProtectionDriver -e.
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