Definition(s)
Encrypt
The process of transforming plaintext into ciphertext.
Extended Definition: Converting data into a form that cannot be easily understood by unauthorized people.
Adapted from: CNSSI 4009, ICAM SAML 2.0 WB SSO Profile 1.0.2
Source: NICCS™ Portal Cybersecurity Lexicon, National Initiative for Cybersecurity Careers and Studies (https://niccs.us-cert.gov/glossary) as of 11 November 2015, Global Standards
Encrypt
To convert plaintext to ciphertext by means of a cryptographic system.
From: CNSSI 4009
Source: NICCS™ Portal Cybersecurity Lexicon, National Initiative for Cybersecurity Careers and Studies (https://niccs.us-cert.gov/glossary) as of 11 November 2015, Global Standards
Encrypt
To convert plaintext to ciphertext by means of a code.
Synonym(s):
From: CNSSI 4009
Source: NICCS™ Portal Cybersecurity Lexicon, National Initiative for Cybersecurity Careers and Studies (https://niccs.us-cert.gov/glossary) as of 11 November 2015, Global Standards
Encrypt
The generic term encompassing encipher and encode.
From: CNSSI 4009
Source: NICCS™ Portal Cybersecurity Lexicon, National Initiative for Cybersecurity Careers and Studies (https://niccs.us-cert.gov/glossary) as of 11 November 2015, Global Standards