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Encryption Information
What is Encryption?
- Process of encoding information
- Converts plain text to cipher text
- Requires a key for decryption
- Protects data confidentiality
Encryption Types
- Symmetric: Same key for encrypt/decrypt
- Asymmetric: Different keys for encrypt/decrypt
- Block Cipher: Encrypts data in blocks
- Stream Cipher: Encrypts data bit by bit
Security Benefits
- Data confidentiality
- Protection against unauthorized access
- Secure data transmission
- Compliance with regulations
Encryption Security Tips
Key Management
- Use strong, random keys
- Store keys securely
- Never share keys in plain text
- Rotate keys regularly
Best Practices
- Use AES-256 for sensitive data
- Always use unique IVs
- Verify encryption/decryption
- Keep encryption libraries updated
Common Mistakes
- Using weak encryption algorithms
- Reusing the same IV
- Storing keys in plain text
- Not verifying decryption