Key transport (automated)

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Abbreviation(s) and Synonym(s):

None

Definition(s):

A key-establishment procedure whereby one entity (the sender) selects a value for secret keying material and then securely distributes that value to one or more other entities (the receivers). Contrast with Key agreement.
Source(s):
NIST SP 800-57 Part 2 Rev.1

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Key transport (automated)

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