zeroization

English

Alternative forms

• zeroisation

Etymology

From zero +‎ -ization.

Pronunciation

• IPA^(key): /ˈziɹoʊ.aɪˌzeɪ.ʃən/

• Audio (US):

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Noun

zeroization (uncountable)

1. The act or process of zeroizing.
   1. (cryptography) The erasure of sensitive parameters from a cryptographic module to prevent their disclosure if the equipment is captured.