Key-Encapsulation Mechanism

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Abbreviations / Acronyms / Synonyms:

KEM

FIPS 203, NISTIR 8413

Definitions:

A set of three cryptographic algorithms (KeyGen, Encaps, and Decaps) that can be used by two parties to establish a shared secret key over a public channel.
Sources:
FIPS 203 under key-encapsulation mechanism

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