elliptic curve key
A private key for elliptic curve cryptography, such as one on the P-256 curve, used for TLS and signing.
In more detail
It gives the same security as a much longer RSA key, and makes keys and signatures smaller and faster. Swarm node certificates use P-256 keys.
Related terms
- TLS — The encryption that protects data travelling over a network, the S in HTTPS.
- certificate authority — A trusted party that signs certificates, so anyone who trusts it can trust the certificates it issued.
Taught in
- Port 2375, Open To The Office: Engine TLS And Registry Certificates — Docker Certified Associate (DCA) Exam Prep