Wikipedia:Reference desk/Archives/Computing/2019 August 24

= August 24 =

gatekeeper.*.key
The files /data/system/gatekeeper.password.key and /data/system/gatekeeper.pattern.key are present on Android Pie (and earlier) devices with screen locks. I know that they are used to verify the device's password, but are they necessary for decrypting the files on the device? — Melab±1 &#9742; 04:52, 24 August 2019 (UTC)


 * I doubt it. Based on the name, I suspect the "pattern" file defines the way you unlock the screen, saying by swiping in certain directions. SinisterLefty (talk) 10:43, 26 August 2019 (UTC)


 * You doubt that they are necessary for decryption? — Melab±1 &#9742; 16:01, 31 August 2019 (UTC)