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data encryption

nouncandidate·updated May 9, 2026

The reversible transformation of data from the original, plain text, version to a difficult-to-interpret format for security purposes.

Framework senses

SEC IM Guidance Update: Cybersecurity Guidance, No. 2015-021 senseview framework →
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The reversible transformation of data from the original, plain text, version to a difficult-to-interpret format for security purposes.