2.5 – Encrypting in Windows Flashcards
1
Q
NTFS vs Share Permissions
A
- Permissions can be set on folder using both NTFS & sharing option
- MOST restrictive will apply
2
Q
- Inheritance
A
Files & folders will inherit permissions from parent folder
Can be disabled
Admin given permission
3
Q
- Opening apps
A
o Run as admin vs standard user
–Certain apps require admin login
–UAC = user account control
4
Q
- BitLocker
A
o Full volume encryption feature included with Microsoft
o Protect data by providing encryption for entire volumes
–Encrypts HD
5
Q
- BitLocker To Go
A
Drive encryption on removable data drives
6
Q
- Encryption Keys
A
–Stored on specialized chip on motherboard
–TPM Chip = Trusted Platform Module
–Can buy add-on card / USB
7
Q
- EFS = Encrypting File System
A
o Provides file system-level encryption
o Enables files to be transparently encrypted to protect confidential data from attackers with physical access to the computer
