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Cryptographic Use Case and Algorithm Register

  • Updated Jun 17, 2026
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Use this register to document where cryptography is used and whether the chosen algorithm, protocol, and key parameters are appropriate.

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Use this register to document where cryptography is used and whether the chosen algorithm, protocol, and key parameters are appropriate.

Register

Use case System/service Protection need Algorithm/protocol Key length/parameters Approved? Owner Review date Notes
TBD TBD Confidentiality / Integrity / Authenticity / Non-repudiation TBD TBD Yes/No TBD TBD TBD

Minimum checks

  • Use case traces to risk or legal/business requirement.
  • Algorithm/protocol is approved.
  • Key length/parameters are suitable.
  • Performance impact considered.
  • Review date assigned.
  • Template
  • Iso27001
  • Technological controls
  • Cryptography

Note Metadata

Aliases: Cryptographic Use Case Register

Source: 90 Templates/Cryptographic Use Case and Algorithm Register.md