Default BitLocker configuration isn’t enough: Defending endpoints against physical attacks

Physical access attacks are no longer edge cases, they are a risk that organizations must actively plan for.
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Experts warn BitLocker defaults leave hybrid work devices exposed

Cybersecurity experts are warning that default BitLocker configurations may not fully protect laptops in hybrid work settings, leaving them vulnerable to physical attacks like TPM bus snooping. As ...
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Microsoft to Make BitLocker Encryption the Default in Next Windows 11 Build

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Microsoft: October Windows updates trigger BitLocker recovery

Microsoft has warned that some systems may boot into BitLocker recovery after installing the October 2025 Windows security updates. BitLocker is a Windows security feature that encrypts storage drives ...
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What Is ShrinkLocker? New Ransomware Targets Microsoft BitLocker Encryption Feature

What Is ShrinkLocker? New Ransomware Targets Microsoft BitLocker Encryption Feature Your email has been sent A new strain of ransomware dubbed ShrinkLocker is being used by cyberattackers to target ...
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Microsoft warns of incorrect BitLocker encryption errors

Microsoft warned customers this week of incorrect BitLocker drive encryption errors being shown in some managed Windows environments. According to Redmond, this known issue affects only client ...