Windows 10: Can viruses alter encrypted files ?

Discus and support Can viruses alter encrypted files ? in AntiVirus, Firewalls and System Security to solve the problem; Hi Using bitlocker or veracrypt can any virus alter encrypted files or volumes ? also does encrypted volumes secured againes ransomeware ? 160795 Discussion in 'AntiVirus, Firewalls and System Security' started by William40, Jul 16, 2020.

  1. WILLIAM40
    William40 Win User

    Can viruses alter encrypted files ?


    Hi

    Using bitlocker or veracrypt can any virus alter encrypted files or volumes ? also does encrypted volumes secured againes ransomeware ?

    :)
     
    William40, Jul 16, 2020
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  2. TROYRAE360
    troyrae360 Win User

    Windows XP file encryption

    LOL thanks, I think its standard windows XP file encryption
     
    troyrae360, Jul 16, 2020
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  3. DENNIS MOP
    Dennis Mop Win User
    encrypted files

    Hi Iman,

    Error message 0x80071771 means that you need to restore the file encryption key in order for you to decrypt the encrypted files. On the other hand, you can still try these steps and see if it will work:

    • Right-click the file or folder that you want to decrypt.
    • Click File ownership and click Personal.

    Feel free to contact us if you need assistance with Windows.
     
    Dennis Mop, Jul 16, 2020
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  4. JOHANN EVA
    Johann Eva Win User

    Can viruses alter encrypted files ?

    Can I recover encrypted files with EFS without having key.pfx file ?

    Hi Michael,

    The Encrypting File System (EFS) is a built-in encryption tool for Windows. It is used to encrypt files and folders on your computer. You can reverse the encryption to access your files again. To decrypt folders, follow the steps below:

    • Right-click the folder or file, then click Properties.
    • Click the General tab, then click Advanced.
    • Uncheck the Encrypt contents to secure data checkbox.
    • If you are decrypting folders, select the option Apply changes to this folder, subfolder and files.
    • Click OK, then click OK again to exit the window.
    Let us know if the solution above works for you.
     
    Johann Eva, Jul 16, 2020
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