Stream Cipher

nounverified· unreviewed·updated Aug 30, 2026

A stream cipher works by encryption a message a single bit, byte, or computer word at a time.

Framework senses

2 senses across 2 frameworks

SANS Glossary of Security Terms1 senseview framework →

§1: A stream cipher works by encryption a message a single bit, byte, or computer word at a time.

Legacy lexicon import1 senseview framework →

§1 · legacy_primary: A stream cipher works by encryption a message a single bit, byte, or computer word at a time.
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