encrypt Method

Encrypts data.

Syntax

def encrypt() -> None: ...

Remarks

This method encrypts the data provided via input_file or input_stream in accordance with PKCS#7 standard.

If encrypted with an encryption_certificate a message of EnvelopedData subtype is created. The private key that corresponds to the certificate is needed to decrypt the data.

If encrypted with key, a message of EncryptedData subtype is formed. The receiving party needs the same key as provided in key to decrypt the message.