Laptop BitLocker failing on drive with VSS service storage smack tampering

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Smack security module has been tampered with.

Symptoms

BitLocker error
Access Denied
Service crash

Possible Causes

Malware
Buggy driver

Step-by-Step Fix

1

Update Smack Drivers

Ensure the driver is original and signed.

2

Check for Rootkits

Look for viruses that target SMACK.

3

Run SFC

Repair system files.

When to See a Technician

Smack is a MAC security module; tampering can disable system protection.

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