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AldenThis is a request I made several years ago and I see that it continues to be ignored. I think it is a fairly simple modification to the application and would solve one of the most common security problems that the application presents: if while we are working with a file the system crashes (Windows crashes, the power goes out, etc.), the file remains decrypted in the system’s temporary folder, so that another user could later obtain it.
To solve this problem it would be as simple as AxCrypt allowing to change the path that the application uses to store the decrypted files while an application is working with them. In this case, a path could be set as a temporary directory that points to a directory on a volume encrypted with VeraCrypt, so that if the system crashes the file is still stored there, in that encrypted VeraCrypt volume, and the user could recover it when he recovers the system; and on the other hand, no other user could access the temporary decrypted file that has been left on the disk since it is in the encrypted volume, so it cannot be accessed.
As you can see, simply allowing the path where AxCryt decrypts temporary files to be changed could solve one of the major security problems that the application presents, and as I say, I think this is a simple change to implement in your application’s code.
MarvinAlden, glad to inform you that we have worked upon this request and you will soon get it in upcoming releases.
Candy ClickerIs there any new update? Is there any inconvenience in updating the latest version? I’m very curious.
OfferanltaTo solve problems well, AxCrypt always listens to everyone’s opinions.
Alden,
AxCrypt has added the ability to manually select the path to store the decrypted files. It has been added in the Beta version of new AxCrypt application which also comes with enhanced performance and better user interface. You can follow this link to download and start using : Link
The option to select this path comes under Settings -> Advanced Options
It is here where AxCrypt allows to select the path where it decrypts temporary files.
Poor BunnyOh, that’s cool! Finally they’re addressing the temp file security issue. Always worried about those decrypted files hanging around after a crash. Good to see AxCrypt is listening to users. Gonna try the beta version out ASAP!
Nulls Brawl<p>Please consider allowing users to change the temporary directory used during file decryption. In some environments, the default temp directory may have limited space, slower I/O, or security policies that interfere with decryption processes. Providing an option to specify a custom temporary path would offer greater flexibility, improve performance, and help avoid potential errors or restrictions. This change would be especially useful in enterprise settings or on systems with non-standard storage configurations and strict administrative requirements. Nulls Brawl</p>
Hello,
Let me re-iterate. AxCrypt has added the ability to manually select the path to store the decrypted files. It has been added in the Beta version of new AxCrypt application which also comes with enhanced performance and better user interface. You can follow this link to download and start using : Link
The option to select this path comes under Settings -> Advanced Options
It is here where AxCrypt allows to select the path where it decrypts temporary files.
Eggy Car.That’s a really valid point about the decrypted file lingering after crashes. I hadn’t considered that vulnerability. It’s scary to think about sensitive data being left exposed like that. Maybe a function that automatically overwrites the temp file on reboot or program restart would help? Or, thinking outside the box, a more playful approach to keep my mind off it – perhaps a quick game of Eggy Car after a stressful crash to decompress! I hope they address this soon.
Could you please write to AxCrypt support team and help them understand the issue. Send your error snapshot and we will make sure the application does not crash for you. Although, AxCrypt monitors the system for the launched app to exit, and when it detects this it will re-encrypt the file and wipe (overwrite) the decrypted file and then delete it. You need to close all the instance of the opened application to re-encrypt the files and clear the local cache. Hence, the best practice is always to save all your work beforehand and leave no space for any exposure. Remember, your personal data security totally depends on how you treat it.
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