E-security solutions provider, Cryptomathic has published a white paper to explain and to promote the understanding of the certificates, keys and security processed involved when managing EMV implementations.

Entitled “EMV Key Management – Explained,” the Cryptomathic white paper provides an overview of the cryptographic processes involved when issuing and managing payment card and mobile applications based on EMV chip card technology.

In addition to introducing the entities that contribute to key management, alongside their individual roles and responsibilities, the white paper outlines the EMV key management framework and offers definitions of the technology processes and terminology used within this area.

The document is targeted towards payment card issuers and service providers which have, or will be deploying EMV payments technology. The education tool will not only be of interest to parties about to migrate to EMV, but existing EMV stakeholders looking to improve their understanding of this intricate subject.