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Microsoft Warns of Windows Bug Causing BitLocker Prompts

11/5/2025

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Microsoft issued an urgent advisory about a bug affecting Windows 11 (versions 25H2 and 24H2) and Windows 10 (version 22H2) after security updates released post-October 14, 2025.
Users may face unexpected BitLocker recovery prompts during system restarts, especially on Intel-based devices with Connected Standby.
This temporary issue resolves after entering the recovery key, and Microsoft is investigating it while providing a Known Issue Rollback (KIR) for assistance.
Organizations should prepare employees for potential recovery prompts and ensure their BitLocker keys are secure.

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Story summary

Microsoft issued an urgent advisory about a bug affecting Windows 11 (versions 25H2 and 24H2) and Windows 10 (version 22H2) after security updates released post-October 14, 2025.
Users may face unexpected BitLocker recovery prompts during system restarts, especially on Intel-based devices with Connected Standby.
This temporary issue resolves after entering the recovery key, and Microsoft is investigating it while providing a Known Issue Rollback (KIR) for assistance.
Organizations should prepare employees for potential recovery prompts and ensure their BitLocker keys are secure.