July 24, 2024 at 06:48AM
Some Windows devices may enter BitLocker recovery mode after installing the July 2024 Windows security updates. This is due to the Device Encryption option being enabled. Affected platforms include various Windows versions. Users impacted by this can unlock the drive using their BitLocker recovery key and Microsoft is investigating the issue.
Based on the meeting notes, here are the key takeaways:
– Some Windows devices may boot into BitLocker recovery mode after installing the July 2024 Windows security updates.
– The BitLocker Windows security feature encrypts storage drives to mitigate the risk of data theft or exposure from lost, stolen, or decommissioned devices.
– The BitLocker recovery screen may appear after the update if the Device Encryption option is enabled in Settings under Privacy & Security.
– Impacted platforms include client Windows releases such as Windows 11 and Windows 10, as well as server Windows releases.
– The BitLocker recovery key can be retrieved by logging into the BitLocker recovery screen portal using a Microsoft account.
– Microsoft is investigating the issue and will provide an update once more information becomes available.
– Similar issues with BitLocker recovery mode were observed in August 2022 and April 2024, with corresponding security updates triggering errors and drive encryption issues in some Windows environments.
If you need further details on any specific point or have additional questions, feel free to ask.