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    Security software for portable drives?

    Discussion in 'Security and Anti-Virus Software' started by Krane, Mar 9, 2012.

  1. Krane

    Krane Notebook Prophet

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    What security measure should I take to secure my portable drives from prying eyes? Now that I've been twice bitten I want to make sure no one gets my information should my portable drives get lost or stolen. What measures do you use to protect the data on you portable drives?
     
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    Don't you need admin rights on the computer you're using to use TrueCrypt on a thumb drive?
     
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    Indeed you do. But what is the typical process for safeguarding these devices?

    Encrypting the data is certainly one avenue but as you intimate it can be cumbersome. In the past I just took if for granted that anyone would ever try to steal my data.
     
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    TrueCrypt when possible, although if you're not running as admin on your local machine, it'll be tough. You could try encrypted flash drives that are encrypted on the hardware controller level, although tbh I don't know how well that will work without admin access, since I think certain programs need to autorun off the drive for you to input passcodes.
     
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    If you've got Bitlocker, I believe that can.
     
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    But I don't have Bitlocker? :(

    Perhaps now I have that compelling reason to upgrade to Ultimate?

    Anyway, I will continue to explore products for convenience, security, and price. Free is always good for me, but when dealing with material from outside sources, only the ultimate paid protection will suffice should something go wrong.

    I appreciate everyones input. Thanks
     
    Krane, Mar 14, 2012
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    Let us know if you find something interesting, free or not.
     
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    On this website, it's explained how to make a shortcut with elevated rights, so you can use a TrueCrypt encrypted USB stick while in LUA/SUA; link.
    You'd still have to know the admin pw of course but as it's confidential data, I assume you'll only open the container on a computer you know you can trust/you are trusted with?
    I haven't used it myself but just searching a bit, I just came across USB SafeGuard.
    They claim admin access isn't needed... Perhaps an option? link
     
    Baserk, Mar 14, 2012
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