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How to Encrypt Terraform State Files
Terraform state encryption protects sensitive infrastructure data by securing state files in transit with TLS and at rest through backend encryption, while OpenTofu adds built-in state and plan file encryption using customer-managed keys. Best practices include enabling all encryption features, restricting access to state and keys, keeping sensitive data out of state files, and using custom encryption keys when possible.
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