Cybersecurity English
Cryptography

What is Cipher Feedback?

Cipher Feedback A block cipher mode of operation (CFB) that turns a block cipher into a self-synchronizing stream cipher, providing confidentiality by encrypting feedback blocks.

Source: ISO 27001, NIST Cybersecurity Framework, MITRE ATT&CK

How is “Cipher Feedback” Used in Practice?

Cipher feedback mode (CFB) enables block ciphers to encrypt data in segments smaller than the block size, supporting stream-like encryption.

Certification Exam Relevance

CISSPCompTIA Security+CEH

Who Needs to Know This Term?

  • SOC Analysts
  • Security Engineers
  • Incident Responders

Learn “Cipher Feedback” Free with Termify

Master Cipher Feedback and 4,071+ professional terms with native pronunciation, IPA transcriptions and career quizzes. 100% free, forever.

Download Free for iOS

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Cipher Feedback?

A block cipher mode of operation (CFB) that turns a block cipher into a self-synchronizing stream cipher, providing confidentiality by encrypting feedback blocks.

Where can I learn this term for free?

Termify is a 100% free professional English app that teaches Cipher Feedback and 4,071+ other industry terms with native pronunciation, IPA transcriptions and career quizzes. Available on iOS in 23 languages. No subscription, no credit card required.

Last updated: