# Magento_EncryptionKey module

This module provides an advanced encryption model to protect passwords and other sensitive data.

## Extensibility

Extension developers can interact with the Magento_EncryptionKey module. For more information about the extension mechanism, see [Plugins](https://developer.adobe.com/commerce/php/development/components/plugins/).

[The dependency injection mechanism](https://developer.adobe.com/commerce/php/development/components/dependency-injection/) enables you to override the functionality of the Magento_EncryptionKey module.

### Layouts

This module introduces the following layouts and layout handles in the `view/adminhtml/layout` directory:

- `adminhtml_crypt_key_index`

## Additional information

For information about significant changes in patch releases, see [Release information](https://experienceleague.adobe.com/en/docs/commerce-operations/release/notes/overview).

Some more information you can get at [Encryption Key](https://experienceleague.adobe.com/en/docs/commerce-admin/systems/security/encryption-key) article.