Veracrypt Project Update
7 hours ago
- #Open Source Crisis
- #VeraCrypt
- #Microsoft Account Termination
- Microsoft terminated the developer's account for Windows driver signing without prior warning or explanation.
- Attempts to contact Microsoft resulted only in automated replies; no human support was accessible.
- The account termination prevents VeraCrypt from releasing Windows updates, impacting most users.
- Current VeraCrypt version relies on an expiring 2011 certificate, raising concerns about SecureBoot and installation.
- Community suggestions include contacting support via specific channels, reaching out to Microsoft executives, and seeking media or political attention.
- Proposals include creating a signature-independent version or temporarily restricting software functionality.
- Speculation about the cause includes relocation to Japan or reports of potential misuse of the software.