Key Transport

The secure transport of cryptographic keys from one cryptographic module to another module.

The means by which a cryptographic key is passed from its origination point to its point(s) of actual use, whether by bonded courier, registered mail, over-the-air-rekeying (OTAR), or a number of other protected methods. Note: As a result of key transport, all rightful participants share a common secret key in such a way that the secret key is determined entirely by one party.