Private Key: A cryptographic key used in asymmetric cryptography that is kept secret and is essential for decrypting data encrypted with a corresponding public key. Private keys are integral to secure communications and authentication protocols like SSL/TLS and SSH.
Categories: CC D5: Security Operations | CCSP D2: Cloud Data Security | CISM D3: Information Security Program | CISSP D5: Identity and Access Management (IAM) | Security+ D1: General Security Concepts | SSCP D5: Cryptography
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