Re: [Full-disclosure] Encrypted files and the 5th amendment

[Michael Holstein <michael.holstein@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

> Tim, I actually use TruCrypt now to do exactly what you speak of.   I 
> pre-allocate a fixed virtual disk, and use one passcode for one section of 
> data and a different passcode for a different section of data.   It is 
> impossible to determine if the disk is set up in this manner, and impossible 
> to tell which section of data is being used.   It is actually quite easy to 
> do.
>   

All fine and dandy until the authorities say "Your honor, the defendant
is using nested encryption, we didn't find the
$self_incriminating_evidence so he obviously hasn't complied with our
request".

double-edged sword.

Cheers,

Michael Holstein
Cleveland State University

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