Define: At rest
when the data is stored for later use, for instance on a disk or in a database in the cloud. In both situations security is important.
when the data is stored for later use, for instance on a disk or in a database in the cloud. In both situations security is important.
Relevant Circumstances
- When data is stored on disk, in a database or in cloud archives
- If contractual security obligations require encryption at rest
- Where audit and access controls apply to stored data