Archive for August, 2007

CVV

Wednesday, August 22nd, 2007

The CVV (Card Verification Value) is a part of the of the magnetic track data in the credit card itself. CVV2/CVC2/CID information is the 3 or 4 digit code on the back of the signature strip of a credit or debit card (or on the front of American Express cards).

Original post by SecuMania Staff

key management

Wednesday, August 22nd, 2007

A collection of procedures involved with the generation, exchange, storage, safeguarding, use, vetting, and replacement of encryption keys. Key management is essential to the secure ongoing operation of any cryptosystem.

Original post by SecuMania Staff