AES-256-GCM Encryption
Definition
AES-256-GCM (Advanced Encryption Standard with 256-bit keys in Galois/Counter Mode) is an authenticated encryption algorithm that provides both data confidentiality and integrity verification. In JieGou, AES-256-GCM encrypts all BYOK API keys at rest — even if the database is compromised, API keys remain protected by encryption that would take billions of years to break with current computing power.
Why It Matters for AI Platforms
AI automation platforms store API keys for LLM providers (Anthropic, OpenAI, Google), which are essentially cash-equivalent credentials — anyone with a valid API key can incur charges. AES-256-GCM encryption ensures these keys are stored securely, with each key encrypted using a unique initialization vector (IV) for defense in depth.
Related Terms
BYOK (Bring Your Own Key)
Learn what BYOK means for AI automation. Bring Your Own Key lets you connect your own LLM API keys to JieGou for full cost control and data privacy.
AI Governance
AI governance is the set of policies, controls, and oversight mechanisms that ensure AI systems operate safely, ethically, and in compliance with regulations.