Secure cryptographic primitives, algorithms and schemes are indispensable basic building blocks for IT-security mechanisms to ensure the confidentiality, integrity and authenticity of digital information.

As cryptology is an active field of research, a continuous evaluation and further development of cryptographic primitives, algorithms and schemes is absolutely necessary. Therefore, the BSI regularly draws up recommendations and guidelines. The focus is not only on cryptographic schemes, but also on their practical application and implementation.