TS 33.221 – Subscriber Certificate Distribution via GBA
3GPP TS 33.221 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for Subscriber Certificate Distribution via GBA. It is published in 12 releases (Rel-8 to Rel-19); the latest version is 19.0.0 in Rel-19.
Specifies procedures and formats for issuing subscriber certificates using Generic Bootstrapping Architecture (GBA) for secure key material, roaming support, and home operator control.
Releases and versions of TS 33.221
| Release | Latest version | Links |
|---|---|---|
| Rel-19 | 19.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-18 | 18.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-17 | 17.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-16 | 16.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-15 | 15.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-14 | 14.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-13 | 13.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-12 | 12.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-11 | 11.1.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-10 | 10.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-9 | 9.1.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-8 | 8.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
Scope of TS 33.221
Category: Security (Authentication). Technology generation: 3G. 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 33.221
Specifications that reference TS 33.221
- TS 33.220 Generic Authentication Architecture (GAA) Security
- TS 24.623 XCAP Protocol for Supplementary Services
- TS 33.222 Secure HTTP Access in GAA
- TS 24.109 HTTP Digest AKA & GAA Stage 3
- TR 33.980 GAA & Liberty Alliance Interworking Guidelines
- TS 24.424 XCAP over Ut for Supplementary Services MO
- TR 33.919 GAA Overview TR
- TS 31.213 USIM API for Java Card Test Specification
Other specifications in the 33 series
- 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 33.220 Generic Authentication Architecture (GAA) Security
- TS 33.222 Secure HTTP Access in GAA
- TS 33.223 GBA Push Function Specification
- TS 33.224 Generic Push Layer (GPL) Specification
- TS 33.226 IMS Security Assurance Requirements
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Frequently asked questions
What is 3GPP TS 33.221?
3GPP TS 33.221 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for Subscriber Certificate Distribution via GBA. Specifies procedures and formats for issuing subscriber certificates using Generic Bootstrapping Architecture (GBA) for secure key material, roaming support, and home operator control.
Which 3GPP releases include TS 33.221?
TS 33.221 is published in 12 releases, from Rel-8 to Rel-19. The latest version on 3GPP Explorer is 19.0.0 (Rel-19).
What category does TS 33.221 belong to?
TS 33.221 belongs to the Security (Authentication) category of 3GPP specifications. It applies to 3G networks.
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