Full Disk Encryption on a Hetzner Cloud Server (Ubuntu 24.04 Tutorial)
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In this step-by-step tutorial, we show you how to set up full disk encryption (FDE) for a Hetzner cloud server running Ubuntu 24.04.
Learn how to secure your server and protect your data against unauthorized physical or offline access using LUKS (Linux Unified Key Setup).
Easy to follow process, guiding you from initial server creation to the final encrypted installation, complete with remote unlocking capabilities via Dropbear SSH.
This guide is perfect for developers, system administrators, and anyone serious about server security.
We cover creating SSH keys, booting into the Hetzner Rescue System, configuring the installimage script for a custom encrypted partition, and setting up a post-install script to ensure you can unlock your server remotely after a reboot.
Secure your data at rest today!
🕒 Timestamps
0:00 - Introduction
0:26 - Create a Hetzner Server
1:25 - Booting into the Hetzner Rescue System
2:10 - Setting up the Encryption
4:07 - Encrypt and Unlock
6:10 - Verify Encryption
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