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Windows 11 Admin Protection Bypassed—Nine Times Over

Microsoft promised to kill UAC bypasses with Administrator Protection. A researcher found nine holes anyway. Sound familiar?

Threat Digest Apr 02, 2026 3 min read
Illustration of cracked Windows shield with admin bypass code leaking through

⚡ Key Takeaways

  • Researcher discovered nine bypasses in Windows 11's Administrator Protection before release—all fixed by Microsoft. 𝕏
  • Feature mimics secure 'over-the-shoulder' elevation but echoes UAC's historical weaknesses. 𝕏
  • Temporarily disabled due to app compatibility; skepticism lingers on long-term viability. 𝕏
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