key encapsulation mechanism

noun

A mechanism for sharing a secret key securely between recipients, despite the presence of adversaries.

“This key encapsulation mechanism allows me to send you a secret key that can't be intercepted by an eavesdropper.”

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Meanings

nounkey encapsulation mechanism (plural key encapsulation mechanisms)

plural key encapsulation mechanisms

  1. computingA mechanism for sharing a secret key securely between recipients, despite the presence of adversaries.

    This key encapsulation mechanism allows me to send you a secret key that can't be intercepted by an eavesdropper.

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