In this article, I will talk about the role of TPM in BitLocker encryption. The operating system must provide APIs for developers for accessing the TPM, and uses TPM to manage encryption keys. The main functions of TPM are the generation, storage and secure management of cryptographic keys in particular, the BitLocker keys. The platform consists of a secure cryptoprocessor and a small amount of built-in memory. Standalone TPM module for Asus motherboards: On a physical level, the TPM might be implemented as a built-in chip, an additional module one can install into a slot on the desktop motherboard, or as a virtual emulator (the Intel PTT technology).
Trusted Platform Module (TPM) is a standard for a secure cryptoprocessor, a dedicated microcontroller designed to secure hardware through integrated cryptographic keys. In this article, we’ll talk about the protection that TPM chips provide to BitLocker volumes, and discuss vulnerabilities found in today’s TPM modules. Investigating a BitLocker-encrypted hard drive can be challenging, especially if the encryption keys are protected by the computer’s hardware protection, the TPM.
