Defined term
Key Escrow System
Key Escrow System: The system responsible for storing and providing a mechanism for obtaining copies of private keys associated with encryption certificates,…
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Definition
The system responsible for storing and providing a mechanism for obtaining copies of private keys associated with encryption certificates, which are necessary for the recovery of encrypted data.
Alternative Definitions
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A system that entrusts the two components comprising a cryptographic key (e.g., a device unique key) to two key component holders (also called "escrow agents"). (FIPS 185; CNSSI-4009) (NISTIR)
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Committee on National Security Systems Glossary CNSSI 4009-2015
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The Cyber Glossary
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