Specialized tools can decrypt BitLocker devices with TPM chips (like Lenovo ThinkPads) in minutes by acquiring keys via the Preboot Execution Environment (PXE).
This article is for educational and lawful forensic purposes only. The author and publisher are not responsible for misuse of the software discussed. Always consult with legal counsel before attempting to decrypt any data you do not own.
Passware Password Recovery Kit was a powerful tool designed to recover passwords for various encryption algorithms, including BitLocker. Alex had used it before to help colleagues recover lost passwords, and she was confident it would work again.
Passware can query AD backups or exported BitLocker Recovery Password Viewer CSVs to locate a stored key.