Anyone have any thoughts on Simpleum Safe (encryption)?

[lyphe416]

Hi all,

I'm looking at Simpleum Safe encryption software, as it appears to check all the boxes in terms of what I need ( simple interface - encrypts - viewable docs inside the safe when open).

That said, I can't find much in the way of real reviews on it. And the number of users seems very small.

Curious if anyone knows the app or has any thoughts on it? I was also thinking about Hider 2, but Simpleum seems to be a bit more flexible in working with files when the safe is open.

Any thoughts appreciated and cheers!

P.

 

[KaliYoni]

Curious if anyone knows the app or has any thoughts on it.

I don't have any specific comments but in general, two of the most important things to consider for encryption software is what algorithm is used and who developed the software.

Rather than go into a lot of detail here, Bruce Schneier is always a good source for security and privacy issues. For example:

September 15, 1999 - Schneier on Security

In this issue: Open Source and Security NSA Key in Microsoft Crypto API? Counterpane -- Featured Research News Extra Scary News Counterpane News The Doghouse: E*Trade Factoring a 512-bit Number Comments from Readers

www.schneier.com

And for coverage of hacks and breaches, I recommend:

Krebs on Security – In-depth security news and investigation

 

[kitKAC]

Why not use an Encrypted Disk Image?