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Bob-F
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8 months ago
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Security measure for changes in settings

Provide a security option that, when enabled, requires users (including admins) to always enter a 2FA code when attempting to change any security related settings. A 2FA code should also be required on any attempt to permanently delete files/folders from Dropbox Rewind. The idea is to prevent ransomware attacks from being able to compromise the user's ability to restore their files.

 

In short, there is a need to prevent the type of situation that happened to this poor fellow:

https://www.dropboxforum.com/t5/Delete-edit-and-organize/Lost-Files-that-were-permanently-deleted-after-ransomware/td-p/694211

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    Walter
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    This idea is open. 
     
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    PS: To prevent permanent deletions on Dropbox for Business teams, you can follow the steps outlined here
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    This idea has been closed due to inactivity. 
     
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