RFC 2876 · INFORMATIONAL · 2000
SUN · 14 JUN 2026
Use of the KEA and SKIPJACK Algorithms in CMS
Overview
RFC 2876, “Use of the KEA and SKIPJACK Algorithms in CMS”, is an Informational document published in July 2000 by J. Pawling. The canonical text is published by the RFC Editor.
Abstract
This document describes the conventions for using the Key Exchange Algorithm (KEA) and SKIPJACK encryption algorithm in conjunction with the Cryptographic Message Syntax [CMS] enveloped-data and encrypted- data content types. This memo provides information for the Internet community.
What “Informational” means
Published for the general information of the community. It does not define an IETF standard and carries no standards-track status.
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