Hackers Can Manipulate BitLocker Registry Keys Via WMI to Execute Malicious Code as Interactive User

A novel lateral movement technique that exploits BitLocker’s Component Object Model (COM) functionality to execute malicious code on target systems. The technique, demonstrated through the BitLockMove proof-of-concept tool, represents a sophisticated evolution in lateral movement tactics that bypasses traditional detection mechanisms while leveraging legitimate Windows components. BitLocker, Microsoft’s full disk encryption feature designed to protect […]

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