Encryption at Rest

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Definition

Protecting stored data by encrypting it while it sits on storage devices. Like keeping sensitive documents in a locked safe when they're not being used.

Real-World Example

Healthcare organizations use encryption at rest to protect patient data stored in databases and backup files.

Cloud Provider Equivalencies

These services provide tools to manage and implement encryption keys, facilitating encryption at rest across various cloud storage services.

AWS
AWS Key Management Service (KMS)
AZ
Azure Key Vault
GCP
Google Cloud Key Management
OCI
Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Vault

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