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Fingerprints Replace Key IDs for Simplified Encrypted Disk Configuration

Official CH changelog text
Fingerprints to be used instead of key IDs in encrypted disks. This simplifies the configuration of encrypted disks. #49882 (Vitaly Baranov).
Use fingerprints instead of key IDs for managing encrypted disks in ClickHouse.

Why it matters

This feature simplifies the configuration of encrypted disks by allowing users to refer to encryption keys via their fingerprints rather than complex key IDs, improving usability and reducing configuration errors.

How to use it

When configuring encrypted disks, specify the encryption key using its fingerprint instead of the key ID within the disk configuration settings.

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