Initialization Vector

nouncandidate·updated May 12, 2026

A vector used in defining the starting point of an encryption process within a cryptographic algorithm.

Framework senses

2 senses across 2 frameworks

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

§1: A vector used in defining the starting point of an encryption process within a cryptographic algorithm.

FIPS PUB 140-21 senseview framework →

§1: A vector used in defining the starting point of an encryption process within a cryptographic algorithm.