Azure Instance Metadata Service (IMDS)

Azure Instance Metadata Service (IMDS) is a service that provides information about the running Azure virtual machine (VM) instance, including metadata such as VM size, instance ID, and network configuration. IMDS also provides information about scheduled events, such as planned maintenance or instance termination, allowing applications and scripts to adapt to these changes. This service is accessible from within the VM and supports secure, authenticated access to instance metadata. IMDS is useful for configuration management, monitoring, and automation tasks, helping you manage and operate your Azure VMs effectively.