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Secrets Management

Encryption

Least Privilege Key Management Audit Log Secret Key Key Vault

Storing and controlling access to secrets like API keys and passwords.

Definition

Secrets management means safely storing secrets (API keys, passwords, tokens) and controlling who can use them.

In plain English Storing and controlling access to secrets like API keys and passwords.

Why this matters

Why it matters: Leaked secrets can lead to data breaches and account takeover.

Example

Example: A team stores API keys in a vault instead of a shared document.