Initialization Vector

nounverified· unreviewed·updated Aug 30, 2026

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

Framework senses

3 senses across 3 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.

Legacy lexicon import1 senseview framework →

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