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Abbreviation(s) and Synonym(s):

None

Definition(s):

A lifecycle state of a key whereby the use of the key for applying cryptographic protection has been temporarily suspended.
Source(s):
NIST SP 800-152

A key state in which the use of a key or key pair may be suspended for a period of time.
Source(s):
NIST SP 800-57 Part 1 Rev. 5

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