Creating a System Encryption Password

The system security officer (SSO) creates the default system encryption password. Adaptive Server encrypts keys using the Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) algorithm. The system encryption password is encrypted and stored in the database.

If system encryption passwords are too short or easy to guess, the security of encryption keys can be compromised.

Note: Keys encrypted using the system encryption password cannot have key copies.
  1. In the left pane of the Administration Console, expand ASE Servers > Security > Encryption Keys.
  2. Click System Encryption Passwords.
  3. Click the drop-down arrow and select New.
    You see the Add System Encryption Password wizard.
  4. Select the Adaptive Server and database containing the keys that the system encryption password encrypts.
  5. Enter the new password, and confirm it.
  6. (Optional) Click Summary to verify your selected options.
Parent topic: Manage Encryption Keys
Related tasks
Modifying and Deleting a System Encryption Password