System and method for securely copying a cryptographic key

作者: Christopher T. Faigle

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关键词: Contactless smart cardSmart card application protocol data unitEngineeringMULTOSCommon Access CardSmart cardCard readerOpenPGP cardCard security codeComputer security

摘要: A system and method are provided in which a cryptographic key stored secure token such as smart card can be copied to another with high security assurance no intermediary being able see what is transferred. According the invention, host assisting transfer source mutually authenticate themselves each other. The destination also Then, authenticates ensure that permitted receive of card. then sends manner.