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RVCA
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3 years ago

Encrypted Key Programming file security

During production we program a Primary Encryption Key into our Arria10-based devices using a JAM™ Standard Test and Programming Language (STAPL) Format (.jam) file, generated from an Encrypted Key Pr...
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3 years ago

Hi,


Thank you for contacting Intel community.


Keeping the ekp file secure is recommended. However, the impact of an attacker gaining access to these files are beyond our scope as this is related to your security system. If anyone has the access to the ekp file, they may have access to the programming file.


Regards,

Aiman


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    3 years ago

    That's not really answering my questions. I know you can't judge the full impact, but can you at least provide some guidance on how the .ekp file protects the keys?