Trusted Platform Module Chip

nouncandidate·updated May 12, 2026

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A tamper-resistant integrated circuit built into some computer motherboards that can perform cryptographic operations (including key generation) and protect small amounts of sensitive information, such as passwords and cryptographic keys.

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NISTIR 7298: Glossary of Key Information Security Terms, Revision 21 senseview framework →

§1: A tamper-resistant integrated circuit built into some computer motherboards that can perform cryptographic operations (including key generation) and protect small amounts of sensitive information, such as passwords and cryptographic keys.

NIST SP 800-1111 senseview framework →

§1: A tamper-resistant integrated circuit built into some computer motherboards that can perform cryptographic operations (including key generation) and protect small amounts of sensitive information, such as passwords and cryptographic keys.