Microsoft and collaboration with authorities

Microsoft has admitted to collaborating with the FBI, providing backup BitLocker encryption keys of some users at the request of the government agency. The company stated that it acted in accordance with legal procedures, after receiving a valid search warrant.

BitLocker is a full disk encryption system included in Windows operating systems. It is designed to protect data by providing encryption for entire volumes. Recovery keys are used to access encrypted data if the user forgets their password or other access issues occur.

The news raises important questions about the privacy of user data and the role of technology companies in providing information to government authorities. Transparency in these processes is crucial to maintaining user trust in cloud services and encryption systems.