The developer of the popular encryption software VeraCrypt says Microsoft has blocked his account without explanation. Mounir Idrassi used this account to sign updates for Windows users. He warns that without access, he cannot apply a new required security signature. This means many users who encrypt their entire system with VeraCrypt may face boot-up issues starting around late June. The software will continue to work for now, but this situation could be a death sentence for VeraCrypt on Windows. Idrassi can still update the Linux and macOS versions. This case highlights the power tech platforms hold over developers and the risks users face when relying on third-party accounts that can be suddenly revoked.
