cve-2026-45655

CVE-2026-45655 is a Windows BitLocker security feature bypass vulnerability disclosed by Microsoft in its June 9, 2026 Patch Tuesday release. The vulnerability affects supported Windows systems and is part of a larger update that includes fixes for boot, Secure Boot, UEFI, and BitLocker-related issues. Discussions on WindowsForum highlight that BitLocker bugs like this one create risks for lost or stolen devices, as they can undermine the physical trust assumptions users make about unattended laptops and workstations. The forum content emphasizes the gap between routine patch management and the real-world security implications of such vulnerabilities.