RFC 5217 · INFORMATIONAL · 2008

Memorandum for Multi-Domain Public Key Infrastructure Interoperability

Overview

RFC 5217, “Memorandum for Multi-Domain Public Key Infrastructure Interoperability”, is an Informational document published in July 2008 by M. Shimaoka, N. Hastings, R. Nielsen. The canonical text is published by the RFC Editor.

Abstract

The objective of this document is to establish a terminology framework and to suggest the operational requirements of Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) domain for interoperability of multi-domain Public Key Infrastructure, where each PKI domain is operated under a distinct policy. This document describes the relationships between Certification Authorities (CAs), provides the definition and requirements for PKI domains, and discusses typical models of multi-domain PKI. This memo provides information for the Internet community.

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