Cryptographic Module Specification

A cryptographic module shall be a set of hardware and software that implements cryptographic functions or processes, including cryptographic algorithms and, optionally, key generation, and is contained within a defined cryptographic boundary.

In an Approved mode of operation a cryptographic module shall implement at least one Approved or Allowed security function. Certain non-Approved security functions are allowed for use in an Approved mode of operation. Allowed security functions used in an [..]