Ars Technica

Newly discovered ransomware uses BitLocker to encrypt victim data

A previously unknown piece of ransomware, dubbed ShrinkLocker, encrypts victim data using the BitLocker feature built into the Windows operating system. BitLocker is a full-volume encryptor that ...
Computerworld

Vista’s BitLocker Encryption: All It’s Cracked Up to Be?

When Microsoft announced that Windows Vista was going to be available in multiple editions, curiosity turned toward the higher-end versions of Vista targeted at corporate environments (Vista ...
AZ Central

Pros and cons of BitLocker, Microsoft’s built-in encryption tool

Question: What are the pros and cons of using Windows BitLocker? Answer: You can do many things to help keep your computer secure, and encryption is one of those ...
TechSpot

Microsoft BitLocker encryption cracked in just 43 seconds with a $4 Raspberry Pi Pico

What just happened? Bitlocker encryption in Windows OS improves data security by protecting system files and personal data using the AES encryption algorithm. It's an important measure for people who ...
PC World

Newbie’s guide to Windows BitLocker: Why you need it and how to set it up

BitLocker is a crucial Windows feature that helps secure the data on your PC. The full version of BitLocker is only available on Windows 11 Pro, but you can still use it to a lesser degree on Windows ...