The Lab · 2026-05-13 16:48:18 · r/cybersecurity
A newly demonstrated zero-day exploit, dubbed YellowKey, has exposed a critical vulnerability in Microsoft BitLocker full-disk encryption. Security researchers have shown that BitLocker-protected drives can be unlocked using only specific files stored on a standard USB stick, raising serious concerns about the integrit...
The Lab · 2026-05-13 17:18:30 · Mastodon:mastodon.social:#privacy
A newly documented exploit dubbed "YellowKey" reportedly allows attackers to bypass BitLocker full-disk encryption on Windows 11 and Windows Server systems using nothing more than a USB stick and a basic reboot technique. The disclosure has raised immediate concerns within the security community regarding the integrity...
The Lab · 2026-05-13 19:18:24 · BleepingComputer Echo RSS
A cybersecurity researcher has publicly released proof-of-concept (PoC) exploits for two unpatched Microsoft Windows vulnerabilities, creating immediate pressure on organizations to assess exposure. The flaws, dubbed YellowKey and GreenPlasma, respectively target Windows BitLocker encryption and local privilege escalat...