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How are files encrypted?

April 26, 2017encrypted files

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How are files encrypted?

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Files are encrypted with “file encryption keys” generated by GuardianEdge FIPS 140-2 validated pseudo-random number generator. These “file encryption keys” are then encrypted with public keys derived from user and administrator credentials including passwords and / or certificates as controlled via policy by the administrator. Additionally, if the computer from which the data is being saved is part of an administrator-defined workgroup, then the file encryption key will be encrypted with a workgroup key for common workgroup access.