Use of cryptographic algorithms at the Deutsche Bank
Cryptographic algorithms and protocols form the basis for many different security mechanisms and security services, such as, for example,
- protection of the confidentiality of documents,
- proof of the origin of messages,
- user authentication (authenticity),
- assurance of the binding nature of transactions (non-repudiation),
- assurance of the integrity of data.
These security mechanisms are used in many different applications, for which they have to be implemented on many different system platforms, from smart cards through to mainframe computers.
At the Deutsche Bank cryptographic algorithms are used in some very different areas according to corporate standards and policies. For example,
Internally:
- to protect e-mails and file transfers
- for remote access
- to encrypt hard disks on PCs
To protect customer applications:
- Internet banking and Internet broking
- home banking (HBCI)
- electronic banking (BCS)
- smart card applications (money card (GeldKarte), ec card with chip)
- e-commerce (SET transactions)
For applications with multiple banks involved:
- electronic settlement with the Federal Bank (Bundesbank)
- SWIFT