Is the storage encrypted?

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Is the storage encrypted?

Description

Uncertainties arise about the encryption of stored data within the software system, such as the use of encryption standards or whether the data is encrypted at all, raising concerns about the security and confidentiality of persisted information.

Literature Reference

Classifications

Category	Option
Location	Behavior
Architectural Element Type	Behavior
Type	Scenario Uncertainty
Manageability	Fully Reducible
Resolution Time	Requirements Time
Reducible by ADD	Yes
Impact on Confidentiality	Direct
Severity of the Impact	High

Keywords

Database, Cryptography

Example

In a cloud storage service, the uncertainty about storage encryption involves questioning whether files stored in the cloud are encrypted for enhanced security.

Related Uncertainties

Parent:

#35

Related Uncertainties:

#58