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RFC 9935: Internet X.509 Public Key Infrastructure - Algorithm Identifiers for the Module-Lattice-Based Key-Encapsulation Mechanism (ML-KEM)

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The Module-Lattice-Based Key-Encapsulation Mechanism (ML-KEM) is a quantum-resistant Key Encapsulation Mechanism. This document specifies the conventions for using the ML-KEM in X.509 Public Key Infrastructure. The conventions for the subject public keys and private keys are also specified.

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Document ID
RFC9935
Published
March 2026
Authors
S. Turner; P. Kampanakis; J. Massimo; B. E. Westerbaan
Status
PROPOSED STANDARD
Stream
IETF
Area
sec
Pages
71
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