Windows 11's default BitLocker encryption is put under additional scrutiny by a hacker who showcases an old bug still being exploitable.

Windows 11 Pro nevertheless activates BitLocker’s software-based encryption during installation without giving you the ability to prevent it.

BitLocker is a secure disk encryption solution that’s built into Windows 11. When your PC uses BitLocker encryption, it stores all the files on its internal storage device in encrypted form.

BitLocker is an on-by-default setting in Windows 11 Pro that is meant to encrypt and protect your data.

Many corporate clients use BitLocker to secure their PC fleets, Lambertz noted, and the encryption technology is now being enabled by default on newer Windows 11 installations.