Primary definition
A collective name for asymmetric key such as secure data network system (SDNS) FIREFLY key and message signature key. It does not include the public key infrastructure (PKI) system or keys. Source: CNSSI No. 4006
Also known asasymmetric key · SDNS FIREFLY key · message signature key
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— Committee on National Security Systems Glossary CNSSI 4009-2015View source
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A collective name for asymmetric key such as secure data network system (SDNS) FIREFLY key and message signature key. It does not include the public key infrastructure (PKI) system or keys. Source: CNSSI No. 4006
Committee on National Security Systems Glossary CNSSI 4009-2015 · 2024
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Election Security Glossary. (2026). Modern Key. In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved August 15, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/modern-key
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Committee on National Security Systems Glossary CNSSI 4009-2015
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