key agreementA key establishment protocol whose secret key is a function of information contributed by two or more participants, so that no party can predetermine the…
key authenticationThe assurance of the legitimate participants in a key agreement that no other entity possesses the shared-secret key. [After X9.42]
Key BundleThe three cryptographic keys (Key1, Key2, Key3) that are used with a Triple Data Encryption Algorithm mode.
key componentOne of two or more parameters that have the format of a cryptographic key that is added modulo-1 with one or more like parameters to form a cryptographic…
key confirmationThe assurance of the rightful participants in a key-establishment protocol that the intended recipient(s) of the shared key actually possess the shared…
Key DriveA small removable data storage device that uses flash memory and connects via a USB port.
key encrypting keyA key that is used exclusively for encrypting and decrypting keys. [After X9.28] 2. Key that encrypts or decrypts other key for transmission or storage.
key encrypting key pairIn public-key cryptography, two key encrypting keys used together to encrypt other keys. [After X9.28]
Key EscrowA deposit of the private key of a subscriber and other pertinent information pursuant to an escrow agreement or similar contract binding upon the…
Key Escrow SystemA system that entrusts the two components comprising a cryptographic key (e.g., a device unique key) to two key component holders (also called "escrow…
Key EstablishmentThe process by which cryptographic keys are securely distributed among cryptographic modules using manual transport methods (e.g.
Key ExchangeThe process of exchanging public keys in order to establish secure communications.
Key ExpansionRoutine used to generate a series of Round Keys from the Cipher Key.
Key FieldDatabase fields used for document searches and retrieval.
key generation centerA facility within a group, which facility performs the function of generating keys for any specific key exchange transaction. [After X9.28]
Key Generation MaterialRandom numbers, pseudo-random numbers, and cryptographic parameters used in generating cryptographic keys.
key generatorA device, including associated alarms and self-tests, for generating cryptographic keys (and where needed, initialization vectors). [After X9.17]
key granularityThe number of individuals represented by a key, e.g., the finest granularity is one individual represented by one key; a coarser granularity is a node key.
Key Individual CustodianA Key Individual Custodian holds direct knowledge and ESI critical to the matter and it is likely that the individual may be a designated witness with…
key integrityThe assurance that a key (a) is always used in the proper order and key space, and (b) has not been altered. [After X9.65]
Key Legacy CustodianA Key Legacy Custodian holds direct information and ESI critical to the matter.
key listPrinted sets of key settings for a specific cryptonet. Keylists may be produced in list, pad, or printed tape format. [INFOSEC-99]
Key LoaderA self-contained unit that is capable of storing at least one plaintext or encrypted cryptographic key or key component that can be transferred, upon…
key lotReal estate deemed highly valuable because of its location.
Key ManagementThe activities involving the handling of cryptographic keys and other related security parameters (e.g.
key management facilityThe physically protected enclosure (e.g., room or device) and its contents where cryptographic elements (i.e.
Key Non Party CustodianA Key Non Party Custodian holds direct knowledge/information and ESI critical to the matter and it is likely that the individual may be a designated…
Key number systemA research aid developed by West Publishing Company which classifies digests of cases into various law topics and subtopics which are given paragraph…
Key observation point(s) (KOP)One or a series of points on a travel route or at a use area or a potential use area, where the view of a management activity would be most revealing.
key offsetThe process of applying a count value to a cryptographic key using the Boolean exclusive-OR function. [After X9.17] 2. The count so added.
Key Organizational CustodianA Key Organizational Custodian holds direct information and ESI critical to the matter.
key pairA set of security credentials you use to prove your identity electronically. A key pair consists of a private key and a public key.
key pair updatingThe recertification or replacement of a certificate authority's public/private key pair.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)KPIs help organizations achieve organizational goals through the definition and measurement of progress.
key prefixA logical grouping of the objects in a bucket. The prefix value is similar to a directory name that enables you to store similar data under the same…
key production keyKey used to initialize a keystream generator for the production of other electronically generated key. [INFOSEC-99]
key protectorA blob (binary large object) that is used to restrict access to a BitLocker-protected disk.
key pulsingA system of sending telephone calling signals in which the digits are transmitted by operation of a pushbutton key set.
key search attackAn attack by a malicious user or malicious software on a computer or operating system to find a secret password or a symmetric encryption key by guessing…
key securityIn cryptology, the protection of keys against compromise. [After X9.19]
key service messageA message used for transferring keys between subscribers. [After X9.28]
key setA multiline or multifunction user terminal device.
key set identifierA non-secret value that uniquely identifies a key set. [After X9.24]
key storageIn cryptology, storage of cryptographic keys in such a manner as (a) to protect them against unauthorized use, disclosure, or tampering, and (b) to erase…
key stream[A] sequence of symbols (or their electrical or mechanical equivalents) produced in a machine or auto-manual cryptosystem to combine with plain text to…
key tagIdentification information associated with certain types of electronic key. [INFOSEC-99]
key tapePunched or magnetic tape containing key. Printed key in tape form is referred to as a key list. [INFOSEC-99]
key telephone system (KTS)In a local environment, terminals and equipment that provide immediate access from all terminals to a variety of telephone services without attendant…
Key Third Party CustodianA Key Third Party Custodian holds direct knowledge/information and ESI critical to the matter and it is likely that the individual may be a designated…
Key to Ballot Box No.3The key(s) to the ballot box(es) used during early voting by personal appearance. The presiding judge shall deliver the key to ballot box No.
Key TransportThe secure transport of cryptographic keys from one cryptographic module to another module.
key typeA characteristic of a key that distinguishes it as either a key-encrypting key or a data key. [After X9.17]
key updatingIrreversible cryptographic process for modifying key. [INFOSEC-99]
key usage vectorAn identifier that specifies cryptographic services, modes, and key values in which the associated key may be used. [After X9.69]
key validationIn public key infrastructure (PKI) systems, the procedure allowing the receiver of a public key to verify that it conforms with the requirements for such…
key valueThe object used to generate an associated hash code for lookup in an associative data structure.
Key WrapA method of encrypting keys (along with associated integrity information) that provides both confidentiality and integrity protection using a symmetric…
key-auto-keyCryptographic logic using previous key to produce key. [INFOSEC-99]
key-pulse signalThe first signal in an MF (multifrequency) outpulsing format; a control signal used to prepare the customer installation (CI) to receive digits. [T1.
key-value pairA set of data items that contains a unique identifier, called a key, and a value that is the actual data for the key.
keyboardAn input device used to enter data by manual depression of keys, which causes the generation of the selected code element.
keyhole limpet hemocyaninOne of a group of drugs called immune modulators, given as a vaccine to help the body respond to cancer. Also called KLH.
keyingThe generating of signals by the interruption or modulation of a steady signal or carrier. 2. See chroma keying.
keying materialIn encryption, the data (e.g., keys, certificates, and initialization vectors) necessary to establish and maintain cryptographic keying relationships.
keying relationshipThe state existing between two parties such that they share at least one cryptographic key. [After X9.17]
keypunchHistorically, a keyboard-actuated punch that punches holes in a data medium. Synonym keyboard punch.
KeystoneThe central wedge-shaped member of a masonry arch; also used as a decorative element on arches in wood structures.
keystoreA file containing the keys and certificates used for authentication.
keystore fileA key database file that contains public keys that are stored as signer certificates and private keys that are stored in personal certificates.
Keystroke DynamicsA biometric modality that uses the cadence of an individual's typing pattern for recognition.
Keystroke MonitoringA form of user surveillance in which the actual character-by-character traffic (that user's keystrokes) are monitored, analyzed, and/or logged for future…
keystroke verificationWith respect to data entry via a keyboard, determination of the accuracy of data entry by the re-entry of the same data through the same (or another)…
KeywordJava sets aside words as keywords - these words are reserved by the language itself and therefore are not available as names for variables or methods.
Keyword DensityA property of the text in a web page which indicates how close together the keywords appear. Some search engines use this property for Positioning.
Keyword Domain NameThe use of keywords as part of the URL to a website. Positioning is improved on some search engines when keywords are reinforced in the URL.
Keyword FunnelThe relationship between various related keywords that searchers search for. Some searches are particularly well aligned with others due to spelling…
Keyword MatchingKeyword matching is the process of selecting and providing advertising or information that match the user's search query.
Keyword PhraseA phrase which forms (part of) a search engine query.
Keyword popularitythe number of occurrences of searches done by Internet users of a given keyword during a period of time. Both WordTracker.
Keyword prominencethe location (i.e. placement) of a given keyword in the HTML source code of a web page.
Keyword PurchasingThe buying of search keywords from search engines, usually to control banner ad. placement.
Keyword ResearchThe process of discovering relevant keywords and keyword phrases to focus your SEO and PPC marketing campaigns on.
Keyword Research ToolsTools which help you discover potential keywords based on past search volumes, search trends, bid prices, and page content from related websites.
Keyword SearchA search for documents containing one or more words that are specified by a user.
Keyword StuffingThe repeating of keywords and keyword phrases in META tags or elsewhere.
Keyword-richwhen a given page or bit of text is chock full of good keywords rather than a bunch of meaningless words (e.g.
KeywordsWords designated by a user as important for searching purposes.