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DEA

Abbreviation(s) and Synonym(s):

Data Encryption Algorithm

Definition(s):

  The algorithm specified in FIPS PUB 46-3, Data Encryption Algorithm (DEA).
Source(s):
NIST SP 800-20 under Data Encryption Algorithm

  The Data Encryption Algorithm specified in FIPS 46-3
Source(s):
NIST SP 800-20

  The DEA cryptographic engine that is used by the Triple Data Encryption Algorithm (TDEA).
Source(s):
NIST SP 800-67 Rev. 2 under Data Encryption Algorithm
NIST SP 800-67 Rev. 1 under Data Encryption Algorithm [Superseded]

  Data Encryption Algorithm, previously specified in FIPS 46 (now withdrawn).
Source(s):
NIST SP 800-67 Rev. 2