Hardwired Key: A hardwired key in cryptography is a secret key that is embedded directly within hardware and is not designed to be modified or replaced. This type of key is used for specific cryptographic functions and is known for its resistance to extraction or tampering due to its physical integration into the hardware.
Categories: CC D5: Security Operations | CCSP D3: Cloud Platform and Infrastructure Security | CISM D3: Information Security Program | CISSP D3: Security Architecture and Engineering | Security+ D1: General Security Concepts | SSCP D5: Cryptography
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