SSL Test: Enabling TLS 1.2 in Your Configuration Manager Environment

TLS 1.2 is enabled by default at the operating system level, which means that it's essential to ensure that this protocol is also enabled as a protocol for SChannel at the same level. In most cases, protocol usage is controlled across three levels: the operating system level, the framework or platform level, and the application level.

To enable TLS 1.2 in your Configuration Manager environment, you'll need to follow these steps:

Firstly, update Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) to ensure that all dependencies are met for specific Configuration Manager features and scenarios. For more information about the dependencies required for certain configurations, refer to the article 'About enabling TLS 1.2'.

Next, update SQL Server and client components to guarantee a smooth transition to TLS 1.2.

Afterward, verify that TLS 1.2 is enabled as a protocol for SChannel at the operating system level. This step is crucial in ensuring seamless communication between clients and servers.

To enable TLS 1.2 on your site servers and remote site systems, follow these tasks:

* Test client-to-site system communications before disabling older protocols on the server side.

* Enable TLS 1.2 on the site servers and remote site systems secondly.

When enabling TLS 1.2 for your Configuration Manager environment, it's recommended to start with enabling TLS 1.2 for clients first. This approach helps minimize potential disruptions to your system and ensures a smoother transition.

In conclusion, enabling TLS 1.2 in your Configuration Manager environment requires careful planning and execution. By following these steps and ensuring that all dependencies are met, you can successfully transition to this newer, more secure protocol.

Applicable to: Configuration Manager (Current Branch)

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