Where is encryption data stored?

Where is encryption stored?

The encryption key is created and stored on the key management server. The key manager creates the encryption key through the use of a cryptographically secure random bit generator and stores the key, along with all it's attributes, into the key storage database.

How do I find encrypted data?

Searchable encryption schemes1Decrypt, search, encrypt. The most basic approach to searching through encrypted data is to download the data to the client's computer, decrypt it locally, and then search for the desired results in the plaintext data. ... 2Decrypt, run query, send results.

Why is encrypted data stored?

Personal data should be stored in an encrypted form to protect against unauthorised access or processing, especially if the loss of the personal data is reasonably likely to occur and would cause damage or distress to individuals.

What happens to data when it is encrypted?

Data encryption converts data from a readable, plaintext format into an unreadable, encoded format: ciphertext. Users and processes can only read and process encrypted data after it is decrypted. The decryption key is secret, so it must be protected against unauthorized access.