Re: Secure Password Storage

[Jacob Schroeder <stormspotter@6Texans.net>]

On Thu, 14 Oct 2004 12:46:37 +0900
Sacha Chua <sacha@free.net.ph> wrote:

> Jacob S <stormspotter@6Texans.net> writes:
> 
> > So, my next thought was removeable media. But, what happens if I
> > lose the removeable media (falls out of my pocket, gets stolen,
> > etc.), or a'friend' snoops files they shouldn't?
> 
> GPG and a good passphrase, I guess.
> 
> You could also make your password file incomplete, leaving out one
> step you need to remember.

I've considered that, but reread my original e-mail for the reasons I
don't think it's the best choice.

> > I also don't have a laptop, so I realize that presents a whole new
> > set of complications and ways for privacy/security to be compromised
> > in regard to my passwords and keyloggers, etc.
> 
> Incidentally, there are bootable USB distributions that let you do
> simple surfing. If you connect from places that will let you boot off
> a USB key, that might be a good idea.

Yes, I've successfully gotten one (FeatherLinux - customized Knoppix)
working on this usb key, so that may be the direction I end up going.

Thanks,
Jacob