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Encryption
Encryption converts data into code to prevent unauthorized access, using cryptographic algorithms.
Definition
Encryption is the process of converting plaintext data into ciphertext using cryptographic algorithms, making it unreadable without the decryption key. Types of encryption: (1) Symmetric — same key for encryption/decryption (AES-256), (2) Asymmetric — public/private key pair (RSA, ECC), (3) Hashing — one-way (SHA-256). For datacenters: (1) Encryption at rest — AES-256 for stored data, (2) Encryption in transit — TLS 1.3 for network traffic, (3) Homomorphic encryption — compute on encrypted data. Harch Corp uses AES-256 encryption at rest and TLS 1.3 in transit.
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Related Terms
Data Security
Data security is the protection of digital data from unauthorized access, corruption, or theft.
Zero Trust Security
Zero Trust is a security model that never trusts any user or device, always verifies.
Regulatory Compliance
Compliance means adhering to laws, regulations, and industry standards relevant to your business.