DICOM encryption
DICOM encryption is configured using the SCP Options and SCU Options tabs.
check box and button on theDICOM TLS Options dialog box.
is enabled when is selected. Click to open theFor additional information, see DICOM TLS Options dialog box
Note: This feature is available on Windows and Linux.
Encryption terms
Terms used in configuring encryption:
Name | Description |
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CA Path |
Certificate Authority directory path. This points to a directory containing CA certificate files in PEM/ANS1 format. |
CA File |
Certificate used for authentication. This points to a file containing CA certificates in PEM/ANS1 format. |
Certificate File |
Certificate file name. This is used for authentication and encryption. |
Private Key |
Private key file name. This is used to create digital signatures. |
Password |
This is used when your private key is password-encrypted. The driver uses this password to decrypt the private key before using it. |