XML Key Management Specification (XKMS)

Abstract

This document specifies protocols for distributing and registering public keys, suitable for use in conjunction with the proposed standard for XML Signature [XML-SIG] and XML Encryption [XML-Enc]. The XML Key Management Specification (XKMS) comprises two parts — the XML Key Information Service Specification (X-KISS) and the XML Key Registration Service Specification (X-KRSS).

Status of this document

This is a Last Call for the "XML Key Management Specification" as agreed [TBD: Add link to decision from Chair] to by the XKMS Working Group (Activity Statement). The Last Call review period ends in 5 weeks on 23 May 2003.

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