Key-recovery agent

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Abbreviation(s) and Synonym(s):

None

Definition(s):

An FCKMS role that assists in the key-recovery/metadata-recovery process.
Source(s):
NIST SP 800-152

A human entity authorized to access stored key information in key backups and archives.
Source(s):
NIST SP 800-57 Part 2 Rev.1

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Key-recovery agent

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