What is public and private key pair in SAP BC-SEC - Security?

SAP Term: public and private key pair

• Component: BC-SEC

• Component Name: Security

• Description: Key pair that consists of the public and the private keys.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Public and private key pair is a security feature in SAP BC-SEC Security. It is a combination of two cryptographic keys, a public key and a private key, which are used to encrypt and decrypt data. The public key is used to encrypt data, while the private key is used to decrypt it. The two keys are mathematically related, but it is impossible to derive the private key from the public key. 
  
  How to use it: 
  The public and private key pair can be used to securely transmit data between two parties. The sender encrypts the data with the recipient’s public key, and the recipient decrypts it with their private key. This ensures that only the intended recipient can access the data, as only they have access to their private key. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  It is important to keep your private key secure, as anyone who has access to it can decrypt your data. It is recommended that you store your private key in a secure location, such as a password-protected file or an encrypted storage device. 
  
  Related Information: 
  Public and private key pair is just one of many security features available in SAP BC-SEC Security. Other features include user authentication, authorization, and encryption of data at rest and in transit.