CapaBitLocker v4.0 - Release Notes

CapaBitLocker v4.0 released on December 16, 2022

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New Features

Windows 11 Support

Windows 11 is supported.

Multiple Drive Support

It’s possible to encrypt only the operating system drive or all fixed drives.

Fast and Easy Integration

Integration with Active Directory doesn’t require service accounts or group policies.

Recovery Password Backup

Multiple recovery passwords can be saved in Active Directory or CapaInstaller or both.

Encrypt without wait

Encryption can be started without waiting for it to finish, if you want to encrypt drives during your endpoint deployment process.

Multiple domains and standalone endpoints

Multiple domains and standalone endpoints are supported.

Status on dynamic install screen

Encryption and decryption status is presented on the dynamic install screen.

Suspend Drives

It’s possible to suspend the operating system drive, if you need to perform an operation that requires BitLocker to be deactivated.

Activate Recovery Mode

It’s possible to activate BitLocker Recovery Mode, in case an endpoint has been stolen or is otherwise lost.

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Improvements

Improved Logging

Logging has been improved with a simple and a standard log.

Check PreRequisites (optional)

The Check PreRequisites package is now optional.

ReInstall status shown in console

The endpoint Details tab shows Reinstall failed as the state when a reinstall is aborted.

The reason is written to custom inventory under Inventory → Custom.

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Prerequisites

TPM

TPM version 2.0 or later.

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Technical Stuff

Command Line Based

To make troubleshooting easier, all actions are command line based, using PowerShell or manage-bde.exe.

Mask Sensitive Data

Recovery key values can be masked to improve security.

Troubleshooting

Issues related to the TPM chip are presented at the top of the log file and in the CapaInstaller console.

Cloud Updater

CapaBitLocker is fully supported by the CapaSystems Cloud Updater, and we can update the scripting library automatically.