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Some

devices

exceptions may be allowed

as an exception

for external disks. 

To acquire an exception, please create a ticket and each case will be reviewed by the Information Security Office

Submit an exception request.

Encryption requirements for external disks are treated differently based on the device platform…

MacOS

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MacOS does not encrypt external disks by default and will only enforce internal disk protection.

  • To encrypt external devices on a Mac you will need to utilize Disk Utility.

MacOS Encryption Resources

WINDOWS

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Windows requires all disks to be encrypted to have data written to them.

If you connect an external or USB drive to a Cal Poly Windows device:

  • It will require you to encrypt the device prior to writing any data to it. 

  • You can opt to not encrypt the device, but it will remain read-only.

Windows Encryption Resources

BitLocker overview

Microsoft 365 - OneDrive

Info

  • Once an external device is encrypted, it is recommended to save your secure passphrase to LastPass for future retrieval.

  • The official recommendation for file sharing on campus is via Microsoft OneDrive

Resources

BitLocker overview

365 -

How does FileVault encryption work on a Mac?

  • Encrypt Mac data with FileVault

    • Encrypt and protect a storage device with a password in Disk Utility on Mac

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