OWASP Cryptographic Storage Cheat Sheets
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- 10 sections
Official docs outline
cheatsheetseries.owasp.org- Architectural Design
Where to encrypt and minimizing stored sensitive data.
- Algorithms
Approved ciphers, custom algorithm risks and post-quantum considerations.
- Cipher Modes
AES-GCM and authenticated encryption versus ECB/CBC.
- Secure Random Number Generation
CSPRNG use for keys, IVs and tokens.
- Key Management
Key generation, lifetimes, rotation and storage.
- Key Management Cheat Sheet
Detailed key lifecycle and KMS guidance.
- Transport Layer Security
TLS versions, cipher suites and certificate practices.
- HTTP Strict Transport Security
HSTS header and preload.
- Pinning
Certificate and public-key pinning tradeoffs.
- Post-Quantum Cryptography
Planning migration to quantum-resistant algorithms.
Each section links to the official page. Titles and summaries by Extra Credit; the docs belong to their authors.
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