PKIstandarder
PKIstandarder, or Public Key Infrastructure standards, are a set of protocols, algorithms, and procedures that define how public key cryptography is used to secure communications and manage digital certificates. These standards are essential for establishing trust in digital environments, ensuring that public keys can be reliably verified and that communications remain secure.
The most prominent PKI standard is the X.509 standard, which defines the format of public key certificates.
Other key PKI standards include:
- PKCS (Public-Key Cryptography Standards) series, which define various aspects of public key cryptography, including key generation,
- S/MIME (Secure/Multipurpose Internet Mail Extensions), which provides a standard for public key encryption and signing of
- CMP (Certificate Management Protocol), which defines protocols for the generation, renewal, and revocation of public key
PKI standards are crucial for securing a wide range of applications, including secure email, secure web browsing