Explore the intricacies of full disk encryption in this conference talk that delves into attack vectors and defense strategies. Learn about management and performance implications, data recovery techniques, and the importance of verifying encryption effectiveness. Discover the vulnerabilities associated with physical access, unattended machines, and memory-resident information. Examine real-world scenarios, including stolen encrypted laptops and zero-knowledge attacks. Gain insights into forensic approaches, penetration testing methodologies, and the delicate balance between convenience and security. Understand why encryption failure is rare but not impossible, and how to improve overall system security by addressing external factors and potential weaknesses.