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Key Encryption Key (KEK)

Key Encryption Key (KEK): A key that encrypts other key (typically traffic encryption keys (TEKs)) for transmission or storage.

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A key that encrypts other key (typically traffic encryption keys (TEKs)) for transmission or storage.

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Key that encrypts or decrypts other key for transmission or storage. (CNSSI-4009) (NISTIR)

Source: The Cyber GlossaryType: external

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Committee on National Security Systems Glossary CNSSI 4009-2015
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The Cyber Glossary
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