Windows 11 receives BitLocker fix while Windows 10 users await update

Microsoft has patched a BitLocker recovery bug, but the fix is exclusive to Windows 11 version 25H2, leaving Windows 10 users in the lurch.

Microsoft Warns: Windows Zero-Day ‘YellowKey’ Can Bypass BitLocker

Microsoft has released a temporary mitigation for YellowKey, a Windows zero-day that can reportedly bypass BitLocker protections.

‘Avoid Disruption’—Microsoft Updates Windows Before June Deadline

Secure Boot certificates expire on one billion PCs next month — Microsoft's latest Windows update warns if your PC is now at risk.
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Don't update your encrypted Windows PC unless you know your BitLocker password

October 2025 updates (KB5066835/KB5066791) can force some PCs into BitLocker recovery. Issue hits Intel Modern Standby PCs more; a 48-digit BitLocker recovery key may be required to unlock the drive.
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BitLocker beyond basics: recovery keys, TPM, and enterprise tips

BitLocker is an integral part of Windows 11's security, and it works best when it's configured and managed properly. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.

Windows 10: A guide to the updates

Here's what those enrolled in the Windows 10 Extended Security Updates program need to know about each monthly security ...