# Securing symmetric encryption algorithms in Java

DevFeed: [Securing symmetric encryption algorithms in Java](<https://devfeed.tech/articles/securing-symmetric-encryption-algorithms-in-java-8201.md>)

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Author: Brian Vermeer

Published: 2023-10-18T13:00:00Z

Content type: tutorial

Language: en

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Topics: [Encryption](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/encryption.md>), [Cryptography](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/cryptography.md>), [Java](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/java.md>), [Algorithms](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/algorithms.md>), [Security](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/security.md>)

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## AI overview

This article explains symmetric encryption in Java applications, contrasts it with asymmetric encryption, and discusses secure key management, including hardware security modules and envelope encryption. It also distinguishes encryption from hashing for passwords and mentions Amazon Key Management Service as an option for key management.

## Source excerpt

In this post, we'll discuss encryption and demo how to secure symmetric encryption algorithms in your Java applications.