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On Sun, 30 Mar 2008 18:50:59 +0200, Dirk Heinrichs wrote: |
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> > I use a variant of this, where keys are stored on a dedicated |
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> > partition. The pre_mount and post_mount (which unmounts the |
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> > filesystem) ensure that the keys are only visible for as long as it |
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> > takes to mount the other filesystems. |
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> I protect the root fs with a passphrase and all other volumes with a |
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> keyfile stored in this fs. No need to mount anything (however, I _do_ |
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> need an initramfs because of this). |
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That still means your keys are readable all the time, whereas mine |
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disappear long before the network comes up. |
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Neil Bothwick |
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Remember, it takes 47 muscles to frown |
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And only 4 to pull the trigger of a sniper rifle.... |
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