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Digital Signature Algorithm

nouncandidate·updated May 9, 2026

Asymmetric algorithms used for digitally signing data.

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SANS Glossary of Security Terms1 senseview framework →
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An asymmetric cryptographic algorithm that produces a digital signature in the form of a pair of large numbers. The signature is computed using rules and parameters such that the identity of the signer and the integrity of the signed data can be verified.
NISTIR 7298: Glossary of Key Information Security Terms, Revision 21 senseview framework →
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Asymmetric algorithms used for digitally signing data.
NIST SP 800-491 senseview framework →
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Asymmetric algorithms used for digitally signing data.