Laptop unable to use BitLocker on drive with VSS service payload tampering

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The data payload being transferred to a VSS writer is modified.

Symptoms
  • BitLocker error
  • App crash
  • Service crash
Possible Causes
  • Malware
  • Memory corruption

Step-by-Step Fix

1

Run MemTest86

Check RAM for errors.

2

Scan for Malware

Look for memory-resident viruses.

3

Run SFC

Repair system files.

When to See a Technician

Payload tampering is a sign of a "Man-in-the-Middle" attack inside the OS.

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