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=Bitlocker Recovery=
=Bitlocker Recovery=
[[File:BitlockerRecovery.PNG|thumb|Bitlocker Recovery Screen]]
Bitlocker Recovery scenarios can be triggered for a number of reasons; read here for a complete list of what causes bitlocker recovery scenarios. https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/security/information-protection/bitlocker/bitlocker-recovery-guide-plan#what-causes-bitlocker-recovery
Bitlocker Recovery scenarios can be triggered for a number of reasons; read here for a complete list of what causes bitlocker recovery scenarios. https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/security/information-protection/bitlocker/bitlocker-recovery-guide-plan#what-causes-bitlocker-recovery


In the event that your computer has encountered a Bitlocker Recovery Scenario, unlock it by following the steps below
In the event that your computer has encountered a Bitlocker Recovery Scenario, unlock it by following the steps below
# On a separate device, log into http://www.wpunj.edu/bitlocker with your university credentials
# On a separate device, log into http://www.wpunj.edu/bitlocker with your university credentials
# Enter the first 8 characters of the Recovery ID as well as the reason
# Enter the first 8 characters of the Recovery ID as well as the reason<br>[[File:WPUBitlockerRecoveryKey.png|500px|Entering a Recovery Key]]
# Use the Recovery Key on your device
# Use the Recovery Key on your device
#*In the event that the Recovery Key fails, please contact the IT Help Desk with your Recovery ID.
#*In the event that the Recovery Key fails, please contact the IT Help Desk with your Recovery ID.

Revision as of 10:52, 22 May 2018

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Bitlocker encrypts your hard drive(s), thus protecting any sensitive data in the event your computer is stolen. Bitlocker only protects data at rest from an offline attack. For example, it should protect you if a malicious user stole your hard drive and attempted to connect it to another machine to steal data. However, it can not protect against somebody gaining access via stolen credentials.

Bitlocker Recovery

Bitlocker Recovery Screen


Bitlocker Recovery scenarios can be triggered for a number of reasons; read here for a complete list of what causes bitlocker recovery scenarios. https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/security/information-protection/bitlocker/bitlocker-recovery-guide-plan#what-causes-bitlocker-recovery

In the event that your computer has encountered a Bitlocker Recovery Scenario, unlock it by following the steps below

  1. On a separate device, log into http://www.wpunj.edu/bitlocker with your university credentials
  2. Enter the first 8 characters of the Recovery ID as well as the reason
    Entering a Recovery Key
  3. Use the Recovery Key on your device
    • In the event that the Recovery Key fails, please contact the IT Help Desk with your Recovery ID.