PECB NIS 2 Directive Lead Implementer — Question 11

During which phase of the key management life cycle can keys be manually adjusted to implement alternative algorithms?

Answer options

• A. Key generation
• B. Key backup or recovery
• C. Key rotation

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is C, Key rotation, as this phase allows for the manual adjustment of keys to implement different algorithms. Key generation is focused on creating new keys, while key backup or recovery deals with storing and restoring keys, not altering them.