When a computer is joined to a domain and BitLocker is enabled (via GPO or manual initiation), the client generates a recovery key. If the policy is configured to back up the key to AD DS, the client writes a 48-digit numerical password to the computer object in Active Directory.
Storing keys in AD is secure because:
Microsoft offers a specific extension for ADUC called the "BitLocker Recovery Password Viewer." Once installed, it adds a dedicated tab that is optimized for viewing these keys. recover bitlocker key from ad
BitLocker is a full disk encryption feature included with Windows that protects data stored on a computer by encrypting the entire hard drive. The BitLocker recovery key is a critical component of this encryption, as it allows users to access their encrypted data in case they forget their password or encounter issues with their computer. In an enterprise environment, it's common for BitLocker recovery keys to be stored in Active Directory (AD) for easy recovery. In this article, we'll explore how to recover BitLocker keys from Active Directory. When a computer is joined to a domain
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This key is stored as a msFVE-RecoveryInformation object, which is a child object of the computer account.