How to Copy Encrypted Linux Server Files to Backup
When you encrypt files in Linux, they are protected from being copied or moved unless you change their file permissions. This is done to prevent unauthorized transfer of the files for security reasons. You can change the file permissions on these types of files if you have root access to your Linux server.
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Instructions
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Right-click on the file(s) that you need to copy.
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Click on "Properties" and then click on the "Security" tab.
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Check the option marked "Allow Encrypted File Transfers" and click the "OK" button.
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Type in your root password and click "OK" to apply the settings.
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Right-click on the encrypted file and click "Copy." Right-click on the location where you want to copy the file to and click "Paste" to copy the encrypted file.
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