FileVault is a data encryption feature developed by Apple to protect user data in macOS.[1] It was first introduced in 2003 as part of Mac OS X 10.3 (Panther).[2]
Functionality[]
When activated, FileVault encrypts the user's home directory (~user
) with a 128-bit Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) algorithm, later upgraded to 256-bit with AES-XTS. It can automatically encrypt and decrypt on the fly while the user can continue to use the Mac.[3][4]
References[]
- ↑ Encrypt Mac data with FileVault, Apple Support. Accessed 2021-10-01.
- ↑ Apple Previews Mac OS X “Panther”, Apple Computer. 2003-06-23.
- ↑ How does FileVault encryption work on a Mac?, Apple Support. Accessed 2021-10-01.
- ↑ Volume encryption with FileVault in macOS, Apple Support. 2021-02-18.
External links[]
- FileVault at Apple (archived 2007-10-11, 2003-10-10)
- FileVault at Wikipedia