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whitewings
Asked: 2015-02-25 11:17:39 +0800 CST

Can I Mount ENCFS container from Ubuntu live usb?

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I'm having bootup problems with my Linux Mint installation. I'm using an Ubuntu live usb to back up my stuff. I want to mount my ENCFS container to back up the files, but I can't figure out how to do it from a live disk. Can this be done?

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    Yes, man encfs should tell you all you need to know. I think the command is essentially

    encfs /the/encrypted-dir /the/empty/mountpoint-dir

    replacing directories with your real ones. If there are any errors I think there's a -v option for more info, and check logs, and update your Q if it doesn't work. All the needed info should be in a config file in the encrypted dir + your passphrase.

    FYI, encfs is probably not installed on a default live iso, so you'll first need the internet, and

    1. sudo apt-get update
    2. sudo apt-get encfs
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