Folder Security Problem

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Khurram

Hi
I had My Document's folder was encrypted and with read
only and hidden attributes.But due to the Blaster Virus i
have to reinstall the Win XP again in other folder. Now
after installing the XP the folder is there but i can't
access it. All the time its giving me the error of Access
is Denied. Please anyone tell me how can I access the
folder ?
 
HOW TO: Remove File Encryption in Windows XP
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;EN-US;308993

Without a backup of the original Encryption Certificate Key, encrypted files
are unrecoverable as they will stay encrypted forever. There is no recovery
method since the encryption algorithm is now completely different with a
reinstall of Windows XP.

See if the following articles help in any way:

HOW TO: Take Ownership of a File or Folder in Windows XP
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;308421

Best Practices for the Encrypting File System
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;223316

Encrypting File System in Windows XP
http://www.microsoft.com/technet/treeview/default.asp?url=/technet/prod
technol/winxppro/deploy/CryptFS.asp

EFS Files Appear Corrupted When You Open Them
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;329741

--
Carey Frisch
Microsoft MVP
Windows XP - Shell/User

Be Smart! Protect your PC!
http://www.microsoft.com/security/protect/

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| Hi
| I had My Document's folder was encrypted and with read
| only and hidden attributes.But due to the Blaster Virus i
| have to reinstall the Win XP again in other folder. Now
| after installing the XP the folder is there but i can't
| access it. All the time its giving me the error of Access
| is Denied. Please anyone tell me how can I access the
| folder ?
|
 
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