The mathematical science that deals with cryptanalysis and cryptography. (Source: Committee on National Security Systems Glossary CNSSI 4009-2015)

How is Cryptology defined by The Cyber Glossary?

The science that deals with hidden, disguised, or encrypted communications. It includes communications security and communications intelligence. (SP 800-60) (NISTIR) (Source: The Cyber Glossary)

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Cryptology

Cryptology: The mathematical science that deals with cryptanalysis and cryptography.

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The mathematical science that deals with cryptanalysis and cryptography.

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Definition 2: The science that deals with hidden, disguised, or encrypted communications. It includes communications security and communications intelligence. (SP 800-60) (NISTIR)
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