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What kind of encryption does FileVault 2 use?
FileVault 2 also stepped up the strength of its encryption – Apple notes that “FileVault 2 uses XTS-AES-128 encryption with a 256-bit key to help prevent unauthorized access to the information on your startup disk.” FileVault 2 also works with Time Machine to seamlessly create automated backup sets.
How to encrypt a device with Intune FileVault?
The encrypted device must have an Intune FileVault policy for disk encryption. Before Intune can assume management of encryption of a user-encrypted device, that device must receive an Intune FileVault policy for disk encryption.
How to turn on FileVault disk encryption on Mac?
How to turn on FileVault disk encryption Click on the Apple menu and select System Preferences. Select Privacy & Security. Click on the FileVault tab, then click the lock in the bottom left corner of the window.
When to use a recovery key for FileVault?
Using FileVault disk encryption is a great way to avoid unauthorized access of this data because all of it will be encrypted and can only be read once a FileVault-enabled user authenticates, the login password is entered correctly, or a Recovery Key is used.
Do you need a password to use FileVault?
FileVault requires that you log in every time your Mac starts up, and no account is permitted to log in automatically. If you forget your account password or it doesn’t work, you might be able to reset your password. If you want to change the recovery key used to encrypt your startup disk, turn off FileVault in Security & Privacy preferences.
How to use FileVault 2 on a Mac?
FileVault 2 is available in OS X Lion or later . When FileVault is turned on, your Mac always requires that you log in with your account password. Choose Apple menu () > System Preferences, then click Security & Privacy. Click the FileVault tab. Click , then enter an administrator name and password.