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Summary
NIST is investigating the need for lightweight cryptographic algorithms. This includes looking at applications that may require lightweight algorithms as well as defining possible use cases.
Description
For more information regarding the Lightweight Cryptography, please visit the Computer Security Resource Center (CSRC).
Created September 24, 2015, Updated March 19, 2018