Pluto (crypto processor)

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The Pluto crypto processor is the result of a multi-year project between the Federal Office for Information Security (BSI) and Infineon . It is a crypto processor , a specially designed form of microprocessor that combines the basic functions for secure data communication such as cryptography , authentication and the management of cryptology keys .

It is the heart of all information security systems from the SECRET security level of the BSI and is used for data communication in the official area.

A use for non-official tasks for industry supervised by secret protection is possible in coordination with the BSI.

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Information from the Federal Office for Information Security (BSI) ( Memento from February 18, 2007 in the Internet Archive )