Primary definition
The official responsible for directing the operation of a cryptonet using traditional key and for managing the operational use and control of keying material assigned to the cryptonet. Source: NSA/CSS Manual Number 3-16 (COMSEC) (adapted)
Also known asCONAUTH · Crypto Net Controlling Authority · Key Management Authority · COMSEC Authority · Cryptonet Controller · Keying Material Authority
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— Committee on National Security Systems Glossary CNSSI 4009-2015View source
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The official responsible for directing the operation of a cryptonet using traditional key and for managing the operational use and control of keying material assigned to the cryptonet. Source: NSA/CSS Manual Number 3-16 (COMSEC) (adapted)
Committee on National Security Systems Glossary CNSSI 4009-2015 · 2024
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Election Security Glossary. (2026). Controlling Authority (conauth). In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved August 22, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/controlling-authority-conauth
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Committee on National Security Systems Glossary CNSSI 4009-2015
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