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cryptographic algorithm

A well-defined computational procedure that takes variable inputs, including a cryptographic key, and produces an output.

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Jan 06, 2026

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A well defined computational procedure that takes variable inputs, including a cryptographic key, and produces an output.

A well-defined computational procedure that takes variable inputs, including a cryptographic key, and produces an output.

NICCS (CISA) Cybersecurity Vocabulary

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NICCS (CISA) Cybersecurity Vocabulary
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An algorithm that uses the science of cryptography, including (a) encryption algorithms, (b) cryptographic hash algorithms, (c) digital signature algorithms, and (d) key agreement algorithms.

An algorithm that uses the science of cryptography, including (a) encryption algorithms, (b) cryptographic hash algorithms, (c) digital signature algorithms, and (d) key-agreement algorithms.

IETF RFC 4949 (Internet Security Glossary)

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IETF RFC 4949 (Internet Security Glossary)
Accessed Jan 06, 2026Quoted
RFC 4949 — Internet Security Glossary (Version 2)
https://www.rfc-editor.org/rfc/rfc4949.txt
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