Re: Encrypting root partition

[Jani Averbach <jaa@cc.jyu.fi>]

On Sat, 4 May 2002, Eric wrote:


> My goal is to create a fully self-contained Linux system on a flash
> disk that can be distributed.  However, I don't want someone to be
> able to copy the flash disk onto another medium.  Which is why I
> turned to encryption as a possible solution.  I've got specific needs
> and reasons to want to accomplish this, so I'm hoping no one starts to
> debate the issue of distributing an encrypted Linux system.

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> The question, however, is how can I accomplish this?
>

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> How do I prevent someone from putting the flash card into another
> installation of Linux and copying it off though?
>
...

> My concern is that someone is able to through this
> disk into another machine and get to all my stuff....

Please read this:
http://www.counterpane.com/crypto-gram-0105.html#3


BR, Jani

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