An Interface and Algorithms for Authenticated Encryption
RFC 5116, “An Interface and Algorithms for Authenticated Encryption”, is a Proposed Standard document published in January 2008 by D. McGrew. The canonical text is published by the RFC Editor.
Abstract
This document defines algorithms for Authenticated Encryption with Associated Data (AEAD), and defines a uniform interface and a registry for such algorithms. The interface and registry can be used as an application-independent set of cryptoalgorithm suites. This approach provides advantages in efficiency and security, and promotes the reuse of crypto implementations. [STANDARDS-TRACK]
What “Proposed Standard” means
An entry-level standards-track specification: stable, peer-reviewed and a solid basis for implementation, though it may still evolve before becoming an Internet Standard.
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