Encryption at Rest
Data ProtectionMedium Complexity📚 Medium
All data stored in Databricks is encrypted by default — AES-256
Decision Guide
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When to Use
- →It's already on by default — you're using it right now
- →Compliance checklist asks 'Is data encrypted at rest?'
- →Need to document encryption posture for auditors
- →Evaluating whether to upgrade to customer-managed keys
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When NOT to Use
- →You can't turn it off — it's always on
- →Thinking encryption at rest alone satisfies all data protection requirements
Controls Using This Technology
The following 1 controls use Encryption at Rest for implementation:
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