P7M File Documentation
Overview
Feature | Value |
---|---|
File Extension | .p7m |
Format Type | Digital Signature and Encryption |
MIME Type | application/pkcs7-mime |
Encryption Standards | PKCS#7/CMS |
Supported Cryptographic Algorithms | RSA, DSA, ECC |
File Purpose | Digitally Sign and/or Encrypt Contents |
Common Use Case | Email Attachment Security |
Signer's Certificate Include | Yes |
Embedded Signature | Can contain signature data within the file |
Encapsulated Document Support | Yes (can contain original document within) |
Verification Requirement | Recipient's Certificate and Private Key |
Compatibility | Widely Supported by Email Clients |
Signature Validation | Requires Signer's Public Key |
Encryption Layer | Optional |
Decryption Tool Requirement | Specific Software or Integrated Email Client Functionality |
Content Integrity Check | Through Digital Signature Verification |
Non-repudiation | Provided by Digital Signature |
Multi-signature Support | Yes |
File Validation | Requires either a Digital Certificate or a Trusted Certificate Authority (CA) |
Automatic Decryption | Support varies by Email Client |
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