I acquired control of a storage device, but access remains restricted.
I acquired control of a storage device, but access remains restricted.
I'm having trouble accessing the data from your aunt's hard drive even after updating ownership. Based on past experiences, simply changing ownership should grant access. You mentioned the drive wasn't encrypted and was a boot drive with Windows formatting—this might be why permissions aren't working. Please check if there are any hidden settings or restrictions that could be preventing access.
Attempt to boot Ubuntu to connect to the storage device. After that, adjust file permissions using a recursive chmod command.
Navigate to the advanced security options for the storage device. Your username will appear at the login prompt for the owner. In the subsequent window, you'll find all access rights. You may own an item but lack the ability to view it. Ensure your identity or the administrators group is included in the permission list with complete privileges. Check the box labeled "Replace all child object permissions on entries with inheritable permission entries from this object." Click Apply and allow the process to complete. Remember this action can be irreversible—consider booting again after a fresh Windows install if you're unsure, though it may not work well for these adjustments. Note that current permissions are tied to the Windows installation on the external drive; if administrators exist, update them so your local SID takes precedence. <- If this makes sense, let me know—it's ~11am and I'm still without my morning coffee.