What is SSRS encryption key?

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SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) uses encryption to protect sensitive data with an encryption key. The encryption key used by SSRS is separate from the database and must be backed up separately. If you move the ReportServer database you must restore the encryption key before SSRS can function.

Where is encryption key stored in SSRS?

The encrypted symmetric key is stored in the report server database. The previously stored symmetric key data (for example, key information that was already in the report server database from a previous deployment) is deleted.

How do I remove the encryption key in SSRS configuration tools?

How to delete encryption keys (Reporting Services Configuration Tool)1Start the Reporting Services Configuration tool, and then connect to the report server instance you want to configure.2Click Encryption Keys, and then click Delete. Click OK.3Restart the Report Server Windows service.Delete and Recreate Encryption Keys (Report Server Configuration ...

What is SSRS and why it is used?

SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) provides a set of on-premises tools and services that create, deploy, and manage mobile and paginated reports.

What is SSRS stand for?

SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) is a server-based report generating software system from Microsoft.

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