The Multi-Commodity Exchange of India Limited (MCX) on January 23, 2026, issued an notification regarding the Security Requirements for Members Connecting through MCX SSL VPN Solution.
The following has been stated namely: -
• To ensure the safety of the MCX trading environment, all members connecting through SSL VPN solution from internet mode of connectivity must adhere to the following security requirements: Minimum Desktop Security Requirements
• Microsoft has officially ended support for Windows 10. As a part of our ongoing commitment to security, compliance, and safeguarding data, all members must transition to Windows 11.
• Use only licensed and updated operating systems for trading activities.
• Ensure the operating system and all applications, including the SSL VPN client, are patched with the latest security updates.
• Install, activate, updated and reputed end point security solution. Daily scans of the desktops are strongly recommended.
• Disable all unnecessary services and unlicensed software.
[Circular no: MCX/TECH/038/2026]
