Modes of Operation Validation System for the Triple Data Encryption Algorithm (TMOVS): Requirements and Procedures

Abstract

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Triple Data Encryption Algorithm(TDEA) Modes of Operation Validation System (TMOVS) specifies the procedures involved invalidating implementations of the Triple DES algorithm in FIPS PUB 46-3 Data Encryption Standard (DES) (and ANSI X9.52 - 1998). The TMOVS is designed to perform automated testing on Implementations Under Test (IUTs) . This publication provides brief overviews of the Triple DES algorithm and introduces the basic design and configuration of the TMOVS. Including this overview are the specifications for the two categories of tests that make up the TMOVS,i.e., the Known Answer tests and the Monte Carlo tests. The requirements and administrative procedures to he followed by those seeking normal NIST validation of an implementation of the Triple DES algorithm are presented. The requirements described include the specific protocols for communication between the IUT and the TMOVS, the types of tests which the IUT must pass formal NIST validation, and general instructions for accessing and interfacing with the TMOVS. An appendix with tables of values and results for the Triple DES Known Answer tests is also provided.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Apr 01, 2000
Accession Number
ADA389644

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  • Sharon S. Keller

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