Attribute

EncryptionMethod (EM)

Purpose

The method the driver uses to encrypt data sent between the driver and the database server. If the specified encryption method is not supported by the database server, the connection fails and the driver returns an error.

Valid Values

0 | 1

Behavior

If set to 0 (No Encryption), data is not encrypted.

If set to 1 (SSL), data is encrypted using the TLS/SSL protocols specified in the Crypto Protocol Version connection option.

Notes

  • This connection option can affect performance.

Default

0 (No Encryption)

GUI Tab

Security tab

See Also

See Performance considerations for details.