File Encryption

nouncandidate·updated May 9, 2026

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The process of encrypting individual files on a storage medium and permitting access to the encrypted data only after proper authentication is provided.

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2 senses across 2 frameworks

NISTIR 7298: Glossary of Key Information Security Terms, Revision 21 senseview framework →

§1: The process of encrypting individual files on a storage medium and permitting access to the encrypted data only after proper authentication is provided.

NIST SP 800-1111 senseview framework →

§1: The process of encrypting individual files on a storage medium and permitting access to the encrypted data only after proper authentication is provided.