Is there a way to lock folder and all files inside for specific time?

Is there a way / tool to lock folder and all files inside for specific time to prevent any other program on PC to perform any actions? Something like anti-Unlocker tool for Windows.

I use Windows 7. The goal is to secure data while running some unsafe and not tested software.

I think it is have something to do with handles which acquire access while performing operations.

J.Olufsen

Posted 2012-04-26T21:39:38.960

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Sure there is. Why are you asking? Depending on what you want to do, you could write code, a script, a batch file, any number of things. You need to tell us what OS you're dealing with, and what your ultimate goal is, before we can give you a decent answer. – None – 2012-04-26T22:25:24.857

Answers

The easiest solution by far is to run the untrusted software using an account which doesn't have write permission on the sensitive files. This can be done simply with a Deny Access Control List entry. This will override Unlocker-style actions from the untrusted software (since (A) the file isn't locked and (B) the software wouldn't have permission to unlock it anyway).

If you want it timed, use a scheduled task to remove the ACL using CACLS.EXE.

MSalters

Posted 2012-04-26T21:39:38.960

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