BitLocker recovery Archives

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November 22, 2025

Nvidia confirms October Windows updates cause gaming issues

Nvidia has acknowledged that recent security updates have caused gaming performance challenges for users on Windows 11 versions 24H2 and 25H2. To address these issues, Nvidia released the GeForce Hotfix Display Driver version 581.94. This hotfix driver is a beta version and has not undergone the standard quality assurance procedures, allowing for quicker deployment. Users may experience diminished performance in certain games after installing the Windows 11 October 2025 update, specifically KB5066835. The hotfix drivers are optional and have been expedited to provide timely solutions. Users can access the driver for both Windows 10 x64 and Windows 11 x64 systems via Nvidia's Customer Care support site. Additionally, Microsoft has addressed various bugs in recent Windows updates, including issues with localhost HTTP connections, smart card authentication, and the Windows Recovery Environment.

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November 7, 2025

Surprise! A Windows BitLocker bug has returned to ruin your reboot — here’s how to get around it

Windows 11 and Windows 10 users are experiencing a recurring bug related to BitLocker, which has reappeared after Microsoft's October security updates. Microsoft has acknowledged this issue within its Microsoft 365 Business and Windows 11 Enterprise channels, particularly affecting systems using Modern Standby. A fix is being deployed, and organizations impacted by the bug are advised to use the Known Issue Rollback tool as a temporary workaround. Users encountering the BitLocker recovery screen can retrieve their recovery key from their Microsoft account at aka.ms/myrecoverykey. Additionally, recent updates have introduced various bugs, including disruptions to the "Reset my PC" feature and issues with localhost connections and the Windows Recovery Environment. Microsoft is actively working to address these bugs.

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November 6, 2025

Latest Windows Updates Trigger BitLocker Recovery

Microsoft has warned that its October 2025 security update may cause a BitLocker recovery prompt on certain systems, particularly affecting devices running Windows 10 version 22H2 and Windows 11 versions 25H2 and 24H2. BitLocker, a security feature in Windows, encrypts drive contents to protect against unauthorized access. The issue arises when some devices inadvertently enter BitLocker recovery mode during startup. This is especially common with Intel-based devices that support Connected Standby. Affected users may need to enter a recovery key once, after which the device should boot normally. Microsoft has provided a fix that administrators must manually deploy, and users without their recovery key risk losing data. They are advised to try retrieving the key through their Microsoft account.

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November 6, 2025

I’m exhausted by incessant Windows 11 bugs – and the return of the BitLocker recovery glitch is an ugly sight

Microsoft has acknowledged a new issue affecting Windows 10 and Windows 11 users related to the BitLocker encryption feature, causing unexpected booting into BitLocker recovery mode, particularly for users unaware of their encryption key. This problem primarily impacts Windows 11 versions 25H2 and 24H2, and Windows 10 version 22H2, with Intel-based systems being the most affected. Users are advised to ensure their encryption key is available or consider disabling BitLocker due to the frequency of issues. Microsoft has indicated that this bug should not result in data corruption.

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November 6, 2025

Windows security update triggers BitLocker recovery in some systems — bug mostly impacts Intel PCs with Modern Standby support

Microsoft has issued a service alert regarding the October 2025 Windows security update, warning that it may trigger BitLocker recovery on certain systems, specifically those running Windows 11 versions 24H2 and 25H2, as well as Windows 10 version 22H2. Affected devices may boot into the BitLocker recovery screen after installing updates released on or after October 14, 2025, requiring users to enter their recovery key. Similar issues have occurred in previous updates in May 2023, 2024, and 2022. Users should verify if BitLocker is enabled and retrieve their recovery key from their Microsoft account if needed. BitLocker is a security feature that protects data but can complicate access to local accounts if activated unexpectedly.

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November 6, 2025

Windows 11 25H2 and 24H2 October Update Triggers BitLocker Recovery

Microsoft is addressing an issue affecting users of Intel-based PCs running Windows 11 versions 25H2 and 24H2, as well as some Windows 10 users, who are unexpectedly entering BitLocker recovery mode without changes to their system configurations. This problem is linked to a newly identified bug that prompts the recovery key request. The issue has been associated with Windows Updates released on or after October 14, 2025, specifically update KB5066835 for Windows 11 and KB5066791 for Windows 10 version 22H2. The Connected Standby feature may be related to the problem, which primarily affects Intel systems. Microsoft is rolling out a fix for this issue, and users are advised to back up their recovery keys and apply the latest updates to mitigate risks.

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November 5, 2025

Microsoft warns Windows 11 25H2, 24H2 October update triggers BitLocker recovery on PCs for businesses

Microsoft has acknowledged a significant issue affecting users of BitLocker on Windows 11 versions 25H2 and 24H2, as well as Windows 10, which may prompt users to enter their BitLocker recovery key during startup, risking data loss if the key is not available. The problem arises after installing Windows Updates released on or after October 14, 2025, and predominantly affects Intel-based PCs with the "Connected Standby" feature. Affected users can check if BitLocker is enabled by navigating to Settings > System > Storage > Disk & Volumes. Microsoft is rolling out a fix, but business users must manually deploy it. Users are advised to back up their BitLocker recovery keys to their Microsoft accounts.

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November 5, 2025

‘You Could Be In Trouble’—Microsoft Confirms New Windows Update Mistake

Microsoft has issued a warning about potential issues from the latest mandatory updates, specifically related to the BitLocker Recovery screen triggered by the Windows October 2025 Update. Users without their recovery key risk losing data, although the key is usually synced to their Microsoft account. After installing updates from October 14, 2025, some devices may face complications during restart or startup, particularly affecting enterprise users on Windows 11 versions 25H2 and 24H2, as well as Windows 10 22H2. A fix is available but requires manual intervention from IT teams. The update may have disrupted the boot chain or Secure Boot state on certain machines, leading to the activation of the BitLocker recovery screen and automatic system reboots. Users can check if BitLocker is enabled by navigating to Settings > System > Storage > Disk & Volumes. There has been a surge of complaints suggesting the issue may be widespread.

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November 5, 2025

Microsoft Warns October 2025 Updates May Trigger BitLocker Recovery on Some Windows Systems

Microsoft has acknowledged an issue affecting Windows 11 versions 24H2 and 25H2, as well as Windows 10 version 22H2, where users of specific Intel-based devices encounter unexpected BitLocker recovery screens after installing updates released on or after October 14, 2025. This problem is linked to devices with Connected Standby technology, which affects the startup process but does not indicate a continuous encryption issue. Entering the recovery key resolves the prompt, and subsequent boots do not trigger additional prompts. Microsoft has activated a Known Issue Rollback (KIR) to address the issue without requiring users to uninstall previous patches. Server editions of Windows are unaffected, and users are advised to monitor the Windows Release Health dashboard for updates.

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November 5, 2025

Microsoft: October Windows updates trigger BitLocker recovery

Microsoft has warned that after installing the October 2025 Windows security updates, users may experience their systems booting into BitLocker recovery mode, particularly affecting Intel devices with Connected Standby support. This issue arises typically after hardware changes or TPM updates, requiring users to enter their recovery key to regain access to encrypted drives. The affected platforms include Windows 11 versions 24H2 and 25H2, as well as Windows 10 version 22H2. IT administrators can use a group policy through Known Issue Rollback (KIR) to mitigate the problem, and users are advised to contact Microsoft Support for assistance. Similar issues have occurred in the past, prompting emergency updates from Microsoft to address BitLocker recovery prompts after previous security updates.