Glossary

In database management systems, a key is a field that you use to sort data. For example, if you sort records by age, then the age field is a key.

A form of asymmetric cryptography that carries out two functions. Specifically, generating an encryption session key and then securely transporting it to the receiver.

The use and management of cryptographic keys and associated hardware and software. It includes their generation, registration, distribution, installation, usage, protection, storage, access, recovery and destruction.

Cryptographic keys generated or used by cryptographic equipment, applications or libraries.

Malicious software that records which keys you press. These programs may be used to capture confidential information (such as login or financial details) and send to an attacker. Also known as keystroke logging.