Identity-Based Encryption Architecture and Supporting Data Structures
RFC 5408, “Identity-Based Encryption Architecture and Supporting Data Structures”, is an Informational document published in January 2009 by G. Appenzeller, L. Martin, M. Schertler. The canonical text is published by the RFC Editor.
Abstract
This document describes the security architecture required to implement identity-based encryption, a public-key encryption technology that uses a user's identity as a public key. It also defines data structures that can be used to implement the technology. 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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