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Microsoft terminates VeraCrypt account, halting Windows updates
Microsoft terminated the account of VeraCrypt, a widely used encryption tool, creating uncertainty about future Windows updates for the software. The incident underscores the fragile supply chain dependencies in open-source software that rely on major tech platforms.
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Microsoft terminates VeraCrypt account, halting Windows updates
Apr 8, 2026, 10:46 PM
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