Secret Key
/ˈsiːkrɪt kiː/
Definitions
- (n.) A confidential cryptographic key used to encrypt and decrypt information, ensuring data security and privacy in legal and digital transactions.
The parties exchanged a secret key to secure their confidential communications.
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- secret key
- secret keys
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Commentary
In legal contexts, a secret key is fundamental in digital evidence protection and compliance with data privacy laws.
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