TS 33.220 – Generic Authentication Architecture (GAA) Security
3GPP TS 33.220 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for Generic Authentication Architecture (GAA) Security. Its official 3GPP title is “Generic Authentication Architecture (GAA)”. It is published in 11 releases (Rel-8 to Rel-19); the latest version is 19.1.0 in Rel-19.
Specifies security mechanisms to bootstrap authentication and key agreement for application security.
Releases and versions of TS 33.220
| Release | Latest version | Links |
|---|---|---|
| Rel-19 | 19.1.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-18 | 18.3.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-17 | 17.4.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-16 | 16.4.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-15 | 15.4.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-13 | 13.2.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-12 | 12.3.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-11 | 11.5.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-10 | 10.1.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-9 | 9.4.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-8 | 8.9.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
Scope of TS 33.220
Category: Security (Authentication). Technology generation: Multi-Gen. Network layer: Security.
Who should read this specification?
- Network operators
- Device manufacturers
- Researchers and academics
Implementation notes
Complexity level: Advanced. Implementation difficulty: Medium.
Key technologies
Specifications referenced by TS 33.220
- TS 31.103 IM Services Identity Module Specification
- TS 23.003 Numbering, Addressing and Identification
- TS 33.210 Network Domain Security for IP Networks
- TS 31.101 UICC-Terminal Interface Specification
- TS 33.310 3GPP Authentication Framework for Network Nodes
- TS 31.102 USIM Application Specification
- TS 33.222 Secure HTTP Access in GAA
- TS 33.246 MBMS Security Specification
- TS 24.109 HTTP Digest AKA & GAA Stage 3
- TS 33.102 3G Security Architecture Specification
- TS 29.109 GAA Bootstrapping Interfaces (Zh, Dz, Zn, Zpn)
- TS 23.002 3GPP System Architecture Overview
Specifications that reference TS 33.220
- TS 23.501 5G System Architecture
- TS 33.501 5G Security Architecture
- TS 33.102 3G Security Architecture Specification
- TS 31.102 USIM Application Specification
- TS 33.401 EPS Security Architecture
- TS 29.503 UDM Service Based Interface
- TS 33.310 3GPP Authentication Framework for Network Nodes
- TS 33.203 IMS Security Features and Mechanisms
- TS 29.522 NEF Northbound Interface
- TS 24.302 Access to EPC via non-3GPP networks; Stage 3
- TS 33.535 5G AKMA: Authentication and Key Management for Apps
- TS 33.122 CAPIF Security Architecture Specification
Other specifications in the 33 series
- TS 33.203 IMS Security Features and Mechanisms
- TS 33.204 TCAP Security (TCAPsec) Stage 2 Specification
- TS 33.210 Network Domain Security for IP Networks
- TS 33.216 Security Assurance Specification (SCAS) for eNB
- TS 33.221 Subscriber Certificate Distribution via GBA
- TS 33.222 Secure HTTP Access in GAA
- TS 33.223 GBA Push Function Specification
- TS 33.224 Generic Push Layer (GPL) Specification
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Frequently asked questions
What is 3GPP TS 33.220?
3GPP TS 33.220 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for Generic Authentication Architecture (GAA) Security. Specifies security mechanisms to bootstrap authentication and key agreement for application security.
Which 3GPP releases include TS 33.220?
TS 33.220 is published in 11 releases, from Rel-8 to Rel-19. The latest version on 3GPP Explorer is 19.1.0 (Rel-19).
What category does TS 33.220 belong to?
TS 33.220 belongs to the Security (Authentication) category of 3GPP specifications. It applies to Multi-Gen networks.
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