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priv

IETF

Registry Context

Registry entry for the JWK parameter name `priv`.

Technical Summary

The JSON Web Key Parameters registry records a parameter name, applicable key type values, a defining specification, and whether the parameter conveys public or private information. RFC 7517 recommends short parameter names, not exceeding eight characters without a compelling reason; `priv` is four characters long.

Normative Requirements

registrant

RECOMMENDED
1
  1. RFC 7517 - Section 8.1.1

    keep the JWK parameter name short, not exceeding 8 characters without a compelling reason.

    Condition: when requesting registration of a JSON Web Key parameter name

    it is RECOMMENDED that the name be short -- not to exceed 8 characters without a compelling reason to do so

Validation Guidance

info

Verify that the parameter name does not exceed 8 characters unless there is a compelling reason.

Reference

Details

Entry Id
priv
Parameter Name
priv
Parameter Description
Private key
Used With Kty Value
AKP
Parameter Information Class
Private
Change Controller
IETF
Reference
RFC9964