Primary definition
A non-automated means of transporting cryptographic keys by physically moving a device, document, or person containing or possessing the key or key component. (SP 800-57 Part 1) (NISTIR) A nonelectronic means of transporting cryptographic keys. (FIPS 140-2) (NISTIR)
Also known asphysical key transport · non-electronic key transport · human-mediated key transport
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A non-automated means of transporting cryptographic keys by physically moving a device, document, or person containing or possessing the key or key component. (SP 800-57 Part 1) (NISTIR) A nonelectronic means of transporting cryptographic keys. (FIPS 140-2) (NISTIR)
The Cyber Glossary · 2024
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Election Security Glossary. (2026). Manual Key Transport. In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved August 17, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/manual-key-transport
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