Defined term
Cryptographic Ignition Key (CIK)
Cryptographic Ignition Key (CIK): Device or electronic key used to unlock the secure mode of cryptographic equipment.
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Device or electronic key used to unlock the secure mode of cryptographic equipment.
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Device or electronic key used to unlock the secure mode of cryptoequipment. (CNSSI-4009) (NISTIR)
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Committee on National Security Systems Glossary CNSSI 4009-2015
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The Cyber Glossary
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