What is public key in SAP BC-SEC - Security?

SAP Term: public key

• Component: BC-SEC

• Component Name: Security

• Description: Public part of the public-key pair used for encryption or for digital signatures. The other part of the public-key pair is the private key. A piece of information encrypted with the public key can only be decrypted with thecorresponding private key and vice versa. A digital signature is created using the private key, and can therefore only be verified by using the signer's public key.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Public key is a type of encryption used in SAP BC-SEC Security. It is a two-part key consisting of a public key and a private key. The public key is used to encrypt data, while the private key is used to decrypt it. The public key is made available to anyone who needs to send encrypted data, while the private key is kept secret and only known by the recipient. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Public key encryption can be used in SAP BC-SEC Security to protect data from unauthorized access. To use it, the sender must first obtain the public key from the recipient. The sender then uses the public key to encrypt the data before sending it. The recipient then uses their private key to decrypt the data. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using public key encryption, it is important to keep the private key secure and only share it with trusted parties. It is also important to ensure that the public key is kept up-to-date so that any changes in encryption algorithms are taken into account. 
  
  Related Information: 
  Public key encryption is just one of many security measures available in SAP BC-SEC Security. Other measures include authentication, authorization, and access control. For more information on these topics, please refer to SAP's official documentation.