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Term

Additional Authenticated Data

The input data to the authenticated encryption function that is authenticated but not encrypted.

Senses

Sense 1

The input data to the authenticated encryption function that is authenticated but not encrypted.

References
  • NIST CSRC GlossaryJan 05, 2026
    Additional Authenticated Data
    https://csrc.nist.gov/glossary/term/additional_authenticated_data
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    Source: NIST CSRC Glossary (csrc.nist.gov).