Ciphertext

Data that has been encrypted and is unreadable without the appropriate decryption key.

Ciphertext is the result of Encryption Algorithms transforming plaintext into unreadable text to ensure confidentiality and prevent unauthorized access.

Encryption is essential for protecting sensitive information, such as financial records, personal data, and communications, from unauthorized access.

Data is encrypted using Algorithms like AES, transforming it into Ciphertext. Decryption requires the correct key to convert it back into readable plaintext.

1. A message sent between two parties over a network is encrypted using AES and appears as Ciphertext to anyone intercepting it. 2. A database stores customer data as Ciphertext to protect against unauthorized access.

Challenges include managing Encryption keys securely and ensuring Encryption Algorithms remain strong against attacks.