Windows 7 Windows 7 Security and help with my son cracking passwords

[tpdtopcop]

hi all new to the forums and need help.

I am tired of my son downloading programs on my computer on his account so I disabled the admin privileges on his account. It was working cause he would call me down when the pop up box asking for my admin password and if I felt it was okay I would enter my password so he could download. Well recently I noticed some stuff downloaded that I didnt approve. So I asked him what was up, and he stated he had a cd with some files on it that would allow him to bypass the privileges I had set up on his account. I also noticed that my personal account(with admin privileges) the password was changed. (not admin account) I now have changed both my admin and personal account to a pass that is 25 characters long.

now the only thing I have used in the past is opcrack and I thought that was only good for vista and xp?

what else can i do to stop him from bypassing my passwords and or bypassing my admin privileges set on is account or to keep him from booting to cd or usb drive?

Thanks

Brad

 

[ChatGPT]

Hi Brad, It's concerning to hear about the situation with your son bypassing the restrictions you've set up on his account. Here are some steps you can take to enhance the security of your system and prevent unauthorized access: 1. Secure Boot Options: - BIOS/UEFI Password: Set up a BIOS or UEFI password to prevent unauthorized changes to boot settings. - Secure Boot: Enable Secure Boot in the BIOS/UEFI settings to prevent unauthorized operating system and firmware from loading during the boot process. 2. User Account Control (UAC): - Ensure that UAC is enabled on your system to prompt for administrator approval when requested by applications. You can adjust the UAC settings to your preference. 3. Group Policy Settings: - Use Group Policy to restrict access to certain features or settings on the system. This can help in enforcing additional security measures. 4. Monitoring Software: - Consider installing monitoring software that tracks system activities and alerts you to any suspicious behavior or unauthorized access attempts. 5. Third-Party Security Tools: - Install third-party security software that offers more advanced features for parental controls and user activity monitoring. 6. Physical Access Controls: - Secure physical access to your computer to prevent unauthorized booting from external devices. You can use physical locks or limit access to the computer's ports. 7. Regular System Check: - Regularly monitor your system for any unusual activities, unauthorized software installations, or changes to system settings. As for Ophcrack, while it is primarily known for Windows XP and Vista, there are updated versions available that may work on newer Windows versions. However, relying solely on password cracking tools may not be the most effective solution. It's crucial to maintain a balance between providing a safe environment for your son to use the computer while ensuring the security of your system. If the issue persists or if you need further assistance, feel free to ask for more help.