VeraCrypt 1.26.24

[Matt]

VeraCrypt is a free disk encryption software that is based on TrueCrypt 7.1a. VeraCrypt is a software for establishing and maintaining an on-the-fly-encrypted volume (data storage device). On-the-fly encryption means that data is automatically encrypted right before it is saved and decrypted right after it is loaded, without any user intervention. No data stored on an encrypted volume can be read (decrypted) without using the correct password/keyfile(s) or correct encryption keys. Entire file system is encrypted. VeraCrypt adds enhanced security to the algorithms used for system and partitions encryption making it immune to new developments in brute-force attacks. VeraCrypt also solves many vulnerabilities and security issues found in TrueCrypt.

 

Thanks to phen0men4 for the update.

 

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Changes between 1.26.20 and 1.26.24 (30 May 2025):

* All OSes:
  * Fix Whirlpool implementation for big-endian platforms. (GH #1529)
  * Rename "Dismount All" to "Unmount All" in UI. Use ALT+u as new accelerator key instead of ALT+s.
  * Add contributed Chinese and Russian CHM documentation.
  * Update translations.

* Windows:
  * Implemented screen protection against screenshots and screen recording, enabled by default.
     - This feature can be disabled during installation or via the Performance/Driver Configuration settings.
  * Added checkboxes to the MSI installer to control memory protection and screen protection features.
     - Introduced command-line options DISABLEMEMORYPROTECTION and DISABLESCREENPROTECTION for the MSI installer to manage these features.
	 - Both options accept values 0 (enabled) or 1 (disabled).
	 - Example usage: msiexec /i VeraCrypt_Setup_x64_1.26.22.msi DISABLESCREENPROTECTION=1 /qn REBOOT=ReallySuppress MSIRESTARTMANAGERCONTROL=Disable ACCEPTLICENSE=YES
  * Fix race conditions when multiple instances of veracrypt.exe are started simultaneously.
  * Update libzip to version 1.11.3.

* Linux:
  * Add support for AppImage packaging and usage.
  * Fix absolute path of `true` command not being used when checking if sudo session is active.
  * Fix failure to use Hungarian language translations.
  * Improve generic installer scripts. (GH #1514)
  * Add support for /run/media/veracrypt as default mount prefix when /media is not available. (GH #1524)
  * Remove pcsclite dependency from .deb/.rpm packages since it is detected/loaded dynamically at runtime.

* macOS:
  * Fix absolute path of `true` command not being used when checking if sudo session is active.
  * Create simlink of VeraCrypt in /usr/local/bin to allow using it from command line.
  * Fix failure to use Hungarian language translations.

[oliverjia]

Thanks for the update.

However, in the software About window, it appears the owner/developer of this new version changed to AM Crypto, a JP company. It used to be developed and maintained by IDRIX, a French company. 

I wonder what happened between 1.26.20 (IDRIX) and 1.26.24 (AM Crypto)?

[phen0men4]

5 hours ago, oliverjia said:

I wonder what happened between 1.26.20 (IDRIX) and 1.26.24 (AM Crypto)?

 

 

@oliverjia

Mounir IDRASSI and his family have moved to Kobe, Japan and launched a new business under the name AMCrypto.

You can read the full story about IDRIX / AMCrypto here under..

Spoiler

Brief Update - Temporary Inactivity (2025-03-27)
https://sourceforge.net/p/veracrypt/discussion/general/thread/e34d4ee198/?limit=25#8abc
https://sourceforge.net/p/veracrypt/discussion/general/thread/e34d4ee198/?limit=25#6410
https://sourceforge.net/p/veracrypt/discussion/general/thread/e34d4ee198/?limit=25#6eec

https://amcrypto.jp/#opensource

https://veracrypt.jp

https://veracrypt.io

https://veracrypt.fr

 

 

Mounir IDRASSI - 2025-03-27

Hi everyone,

I wanted to take a moment to share a quick update with the community.

At the beginning of this month, I relocated with my family from France to a country outside of Europe due to a combination of personal and professional reasons. While the destination is not a secret to those close to me, I prefer not to share it publicly until everything is fully settled and in place.

 

This move has naturally taken a significant amount of time and energy and it explains my recent lack of activity and delayed responses to many messages and emails. I understand the importance of staying engaged with the community and I truly appreciate your patience and continued support during this transition period.

I expect to resume normal activity within the next 2 to 3 weeks. In the meantime, thank you for your understanding and for continuing to support the project.

 

 

Mounir IDRASSI - 2025-04-21

Hello everyone,

I want to sincerely thank you for your patience, understanding and kind messages, both those received privately and, of course, the thoughtful post from @garymarks.

I’m happy to now share that my family and I have settled in Japan, specifically in the city of Kobe. This move marks an important new chapter for us, both personally and professionally. To clarify and hopefully put an end to any speculation: my wife is Japanese and we’ve been married for over a decade. She has been a strong and continuous source of support since the very beginning of VeraCrypt and our decision to relocate was made together, with our family’s well-being in mind.

 

With this transition, I’ve also launched a new business in Japan under the name AMCrypto (https://amcrypto.jp). While IDRIX will continue to operate in a minimal capacity in France, my primary activities will now be conducted from Japan through AMCrypto. As part of this evolution, you may notice some changes to website links and resources. For example, https://veracrypt.jp is already live. While it currently mirrors the existing site, it will gradually become the main hub for VeraCrypt going forward.

 

I want to reassure everyone that my commitment to VeraCrypt and its community remains as strong as ever. Development and support will continue, and I’m excited about the opportunities this new environment brings.

Thank you again for your ongoing support, patience, and understanding. I look forward to resuming normal activity and continuing to work together to make VeraCrypt even better.