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25 days

VeraCrypt lockdown

techcrunch.com English

Encryption : Windows users of VeraCrypt may face boot-up issues after Microsoft locked founder’s account.

https://techcrunch.com/2026/04/08/veracrypt-encryption-software-windows-microsoft-lock-boot-issues/

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    Developer of VeraCrypt encryption software says Windows users may face boot-up issues after Microsoft locked his account | TechCrunch
    techcrunch.com
    The maker of the popular open source file encryption software VeraCrypt said Microsoft locked his online account, which may prevent device owners from booting up their computers.
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    • SayCyberOnceMore@feddit.ukEnglish
      25 days

      Another reason to leave Windows…

      (I know, my comment doesn’t address the core issue)

      • danglybits27@sh.itjust.worksEnglish
        25 days

        I think your link is broken: https://techcrunch.com/2026/04/08/veracrypt-encryption-software-windows-microsoft-lock-boot-issues/

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