Session key: A temporary encryption key used for secure communication between two parties during a single session. It is used in cryptography to provide secure communication without the need for long-term keys. Examples include the use of session keys in SSL/TLS communications and in SSH connections.
Categories: CC D5: Security Operations | CCSP D2: Cloud Data Security | CISM D3: Information Security Program | CISSP D3: Security Architecture and Engineering | Security+ D1: General Security Concepts | SSCP D5: Cryptography
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