Process: ProtectedStorage service (Protected Storage)
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ProtectedStorage service - General Information
Name:
ProtectedStorage service (Protected Storage)
Publisher
Microsoft Corporation
Product:
Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Default location:
%windir%\system32\lsass.exe
ProtectedStorage service - Description and Recommendation
Provides protected storage for sensitive data, such as passwords, to prevent access by unauthorized services, processes, or users.
ProtectedStorage service - Uninstall Techniques