YubiKey Not Being Recognized by Windows Login When Using USB-C Ports and the BIOS Fix That Solved It
Using a YubiKey for secure authentication has quickly become a popular strategy among professionals and tech enthusiasts who prioritize data privacy and protection. However, for those running Windows and using newer machines equipped primarily with USB-C ports, some have encountered an irritating and confusing problem: their YubiKey is simply not recognized at the Windows login screen. After considerable trial and error, many discovered that the issue wasn’t with the YubiKey or the Windows OS itself — but rather buried in the BIOS firmware settings. Read more