Primary definition
A public key certificate that contains a public key intended for verifying digital signatures rather than authenticating, encrypting data or performing any other cryptographic functions. Source: CNSSI No. 1300; NIST SP 800-32
Also known assigning certificate · digital signature certificate · sig cert · DSC
2 sources cited4 related termsReviewed Aug 10, 2026
— Committee on National Security Systems Glossary CNSSI 4009-2015View source
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CNSSGC
A public key certificate that contains a public key intended for verifying digital signatures rather than authenticating, encrypting data or performing any other cryptographic functions. Source: CNSSI No. 1300; NIST SP 800-32
Committee on National Security Systems Glossary CNSSI 4009-2015 · 2024
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Permanent URL · stable across revisions
Election Security Glossary. (2026). Signature Certificate. In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved August 21, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/signature-certificate
Sources
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Committee on National Security Systems Glossary CNSSI 4009-2015
Committee on National Security Systems Glossary CNSSI 4009-2015
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The Cyber Glossary
The Cyber Glossary
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