Key Management
/ˈki ˈmænɪdʒmənt/
Definitions
- (n.) The process of handling cryptographic keys, including their generation, distribution, storage, use, and destruction to ensure security and integrity in legal and regulatory contexts.
Effective key management is essential to complying with data protection laws involving encrypted information.
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Commentary
Key management is critical in legal frameworks governing data privacy and cybersecurity; drafting should specify procedures reflecting compliance standards.
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