I completely removed all personal files from my system. Linux Pop, let me know if you need further assistance!
I completely removed all personal files from my system. Linux Pop, let me know if you need further assistance!
I aimed to fully remove the sysmontask app. I had installed it from source and used a command like: $ find -sysmontask 'sysmontask*' -exec rm {} \;. But it removed all my important files. I need to recover just a few MB text documents from my documents folder—these are crucial for work. The old pictures are fine, but I lost them recently. The main issue seems to be encryption; I know the password but can’t unlock the drive. How can I first unlock it and then scan it? Thanks for your help!
Consider using a tool such as PhotoRec to restore them onto an external storage device. Avoid writing to the original drive you're trying to recover from—opt for a fresh external drive if possible. For future safety, never erase backups. Keep at least three copies of important files!
You probably want to check if your main storage works. Use testdisk to restore files safely. Remember to keep backups of critical data using the 3-2-1 rule.
Confirm the instructions carefully. Set up the mount as read-only, avoid booting from it. Use a live Linux USB instead if needed. Don't attempt direct recovery; create an image first with tools like dd and then try restoring. Be aware that PhotoRec can't extract file names, so manual renaming will be necessary afterward.
The system functions properly overall, except for the absence of a single personal file. I'm attempting to access a toll but encountering issues. Uncertain which partition to choose; selecting the only one with "undelete" option triggers an error about missing filesystem support during setup.
If it's an SSD and it was installed or started properly afterward, the chances of losing data are extremely low—around 99.999%. Ensure you keep both local and online backups of critical information.
You might use forensic tools from Kali Linux to try recovering files. Initially, I considered using a Windows utility that could extract data from proprietary systems. I recommend installing a live DVD or pen drive version of Kali Linux, then inspecting your system's internal hard drives for file systems and employing a recovery tool. I searched for suitable options but often rely on Kali CLI utilities; type 'man utility' in the terminal to see what each does and what you should search for. Focus on tools related to 'file recovery'.