Confidential Computing Protecting Data in Use

Confidential Computing Protecting Data in Use Data in use is the phase when information is processed by a program. It is often the most exposed state, because data travels through memory, CPU, and software paths. Confidential computing combines hardware and software to protect data and code during this processing. By running work inside protected enclaves, it keeps inputs, outputs, and even the processing rules private from the host system. Why this matters ...

September 22, 2025 · 2 min · 389 words