Storage breakthrough promises safe data recovery even after hackers infect your computer
A researcher at Florida International University has developed a new method for data recovery that could protect files from being permanently lost after a hacker attack. This breakthrough leverages the way deleted files linger on storage drives before being fully erased. The solution aims to provide users with a safeguard against data loss caused by cybercriminals.
- ▪Hackers often delete or lock files on infected computers, leading to permanent data loss.
- ▪The new method allows for recovery of files that are not immediately erased after deletion.
- ▪The solution is integrated into storage drives, enhancing data protection.
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| Original publisher | Digital Trends |
| Canonical URL | https://www.digitaltrends.com/computing/storage-breakthrough-promises-safe-data-recovery-even-after-hackers-infect-your-computer/ |
| Publication time | Wed, 03 Jun 2026 01:20:04 +0000 |
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When hackers break into your computer, one of the first things they do is delete or lock your files and vanish. By the time you realize something is wrong, the damage is often permanent. A researcher at Florida International University has found a way to change that, and the solution is built right into your storage drive. Understanding where your deleted files actually go Unsplash When you delete a file, it does not disappear immediately. It sits in a kind of digital purgatory, existing in fragments on your drive before being permanently wiped to free up space.
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