Cryptography Questions
A key recovery protocol is a cryptographic mechanism or procedure that allows authorized entities to retrieve or reconstruct encryption keys that have been lost, forgotten, or compromised. It is typically used in situations where the original key holder is unable to access or use the key, but there is a legitimate need to recover it for decryption or other cryptographic operations. Key recovery protocols often involve the use of additional key escrow or backup mechanisms to securely store and retrieve the keys when necessary.