Laptop BitLocker failing on drive with VSS service storage configfs tampering

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Configfs filesystem drivers (for kernel configuration) have been tampered with.

Symptoms

BitLocker error
Access Denied
Service crash

Possible Causes

Malware
Buggy driver

Step-by-Step Fix

1

Update Configfs Drivers

Ensure the driver is original and signed.

2

Check for Rootkits

Look for viruses that target kernel config.

3

Run SFC

Repair system files.

When to See a Technician

Configfs allows user-space to configure kernel features; tampering is extremely dangerous.

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