Not sure is this is the best place to post this question, but wondering what is the best way to encrypt a usb drive?
Want to be able to carry an encrypted flash drive with me but also be able to unlock it, if possible, on various OSes. Preferably with some kind of portable software. Something similar to the method that comes with the Kingston Data Traveler USB drives.
Edit: Seems like Veracrypt and Cryptomator are the best options to check out. Thank everyone!
The best option is going to be a USB drive that has an external key entry feature. Kingston IronKey has these and its as simple as enter a key and plug in. I use them at work and it works on all the major OSes. They’re not cheap though so if you want or are looking for a free solution then something like VeraCrypt portable and an encrypted container will be your next best option.
Ooff, terrible advise
How about you tell me why instead of just saying “TeEribLe AdViSe.”
Because historically when FDE is done in hardware there’s been massive compromises. FDE is better done in software. Its more secure.
But, sure, there’s no shortage of companies trying to sell you shitty hardware thats “100% secure” (which is a major red flag)
Nothing is 100% fool proof. Hardware or software encryption both have their issues. Case in point, Truecrypt (on which VeraCrypt is based) had a few issues that ultimately led to its demise. Hardware devices (I saw mention of one SSD maker) a few or years ago would store keys on the device that could be read off. So you’re going to have to give me a source for “FDE is better done in software. It’s more secure” beyond “just trust me bro.”
Lol wut. What was the issue with TrueCrypt? I don’t think we ever found out. The anon dev just bailed and hilariously told people to use bitlocker. Personally I think they were just trying to be funny. Fortunately veracrypt took over development.