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Key-Encryption-Key

nouncandidate·updated May 9, 2026

Key that encrypts or decrypts other key for transmission or storage.

Framework senses

NISTIR 7298: Glossary of Key Information Security Terms, Revision 21 senseview framework →
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Key that encrypts or decrypts other key for transmission or storage.
CNSSI-4009 (Glossary of Information Assurance Terms)1 senseview framework →
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Key that encrypts or decrypts other key for transmission or storage.