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Public Key Cryptography

Public Key Cryptography: (PKC) Encryption system that uses a public-private key pair for encryption and/or digital signature.

Also known as: Asymmetric Cryptography

Alternative names:
Asymmetric CryptographyPublic Key Encryption
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Definition

(PKC) Encryption system that uses a public-private key pair for encryption and/or digital signature.

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Definition 2

A branch of cryptography in which a cryptographic system or algorithms use two uniquely linked keys: a public key and a private key (a key pair).

Source: NICCS GlossaryType: standard
Definition 3

Encryption system that uses a public-private key pair for encryption and/or digital signature. (CNSSI-4009) (NISTIR)

Source: The Cyber GlossaryType: external

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Committee on National Security Systems Glossary CNSSI 4009-2015
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NICCS Glossary
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The Cyber Glossary
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