In what locations can the always encrypted feature store column master keys?

In what locations can the always encrypted feature store column master keys?

A column master key for Always Encrypted can be stored in a key store implementing the Cryptography Next Generation (CNG) API. Typically, this type of store is a hardware security module (HSM).

How do I export always encrypted certificate?

Exporting the Certificates Right-click the certificate (which will be called something like Always Encrypted Auto Certificate1 ). From the pop-up menu, choose All Tasks > Export. The Certificate Export Wizard starts. Choose Next.

What is always Encrypted in SQL Server 2016?

Always Encrypted is a client-side encryption technology that Microsoft introduced with SQL Server 2016. Always Encrypted keeps data automatically encrypted, not only when it is written, but also when it is read by an approved application.

How to manage column master keys for always encrypted?

To manage keys for Always Encrypted, you need permissions to list and create column master keys in Azure Key Vault, and to perform cryptographic operations using the keys. If you store your column master keys in a key vault and you are using role permissions for authorization:

Where are always encrypted keys stored in SQL Server?

The customer stores plaintext values of Always Encrypted keys in a trusted key store which the client application can access. SQL Server administrators have no access to the keys and, therefore, are unable to decrypt sensitive data stored in SQL Server.

How to create column master keys in SQL Server?

For details on how to create a column master key in a key vault or a managed HSM in Azure Key Vault using SSMS, see Provision Always Encrypted keys using SQL Server Management Studio . For a step-by-step tutorial that uses SSMS and stores Always Encrypted keys in a key vault, see Always Encrypted Wizard tutorial (Azure Key Vault).

What are the permissions for always encrypted in SQL?

There are four permissions for Always Encrypted: ALTER ANY COLUMN MASTER KEY (Required to create and delete a column master key.) ALTER ANY COLUMN ENCRYPTION KEY (Required to create and delete a column encryption key.)