Definition[]
A cryptographic ignition key (CIK) is
- "a physical (usually electronic) token used to store, transport, and protect cryptographic keys and activation data."[1]
- "[t]he device or electronic key used to unlock the secure mode of crypto equipment.[2]
References[]
- ↑ Internet Security Glossary (Ver. 2) (RFC 4949).
- ↑ 12 FAM 090 (full-text).