Microsoft Confirms Windows 11 Updates May Force Users to Enter BitLocker Recovery Key
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Microsoft confirmed that April 2026 cumulative updates KB5083769 and KB5082052 may prompt Windows 11 devices with unrecommended BitLocker Group Policy settings to require their BitLocker recovery key after installation, potentially causing widespread lockouts and significant helpdesk load; administrators are advised to audit BitLocker GPOs, verify recovery key accessibility in AD/Entra ID, stage updates on test groups, and monitor Windows Release Health for fixes or workarounds.
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