Microsoft closes a worrying Windows 11 account bypass hack — all it took was one click
- Clicking 'Learn more' would skip Microsoft account demands when setting up Windows 11
- It now shows user data policies, so you'll have to sign in with your account (or create one)
- Having an account can make certain things easier, but it's one less choice for consumers
Microsoft has finally fixed one of the easiest ways for attackers to bypass its account requirements when installing Windows 11, but it's bad news for anybody who didn't want to sign in with – or create – a Microsoft account during setup.
Previously, users only had to click the 'Learn more' hyperlink on the sign-in screen to be taken to a local account creation screen.
Ultimately, it marks another step in the company's ongoing efforts to make Microsoft accounts mandatory during the initial setup of Windows 11 on consumer PCs.
Microsoft wants you to use an account to activate Windows 11
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