GetKeyProtectorCertificate method of the Win32_EncryptableVolume class
The GetKeyProtectorCertificate method of the Win32_EncryptableVolume class retrieves the public key and certificate thumbprint for a public key protector.
Syntax
uint32 GetKeyProtectorCertificate(
[in] string VolumeKeyProtectorID,
[out] uint8 PublicKey[],
[out] string CertThumbprint,
[out] uint32 CertType
);
Parameters
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VolumeKeyProtectorID [in]
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Type: string
A unique string identifier used to manage an encrypted volume key protector.
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PublicKey [out]
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Type: uint8[]
An array of bytes that specifies the public key.
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CertThumbprint [out]
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Type: string
A string that specifies the certificate thumbprint.
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CertType [out]
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Type: uint32
An unsigned integer that specifies the type of the key protector. This integer is used to differentiate between data recovery agent (DRA) and user certificates.
Value Meaning - 1
The certificate is a DRA. - 2
The certificate is not a DRA.
Return value
Type: uint32
This method returns one of the following codes or another error code if it fails.
| Return code/value | Description |
|---|---|
|
The method was successful. |
|
The specified key protector is not a key protector. You must enter another key protector. |
|
This drive is locked by BitLocker Drive Encryption. You must unlock this volume from Control Panel. |
|
BitLocker is not enabled on the volume. Add a key protector to enable BitLocker. |
|
Group Policy requires the use of a user certificate, such as a smart card. |
Remarks
Managed Object Format (MOF) files contain the definitions for Windows Management Instrumentation (WMI) classes. MOF files are not installed as part of the Windows SDK. They are installed on the server when you add the associated role by using the Server Manager. For more information about MOF files, see Managed Object Format (MOF).
Requirements
| Requirement | Value |
|---|---|
| Minimum supported client |
Windows 7 Enterprise, Windows 7 Ultimate [desktop apps only] |
| Minimum supported server |
Windows Server 2008 R2 [desktop apps only] |
| Namespace |
Root\CIMV2\Security\MicrosoftVolumeEncryption |
| MOF |
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See also