TS 35.246 – ZUC based 256-bit Algorithm Set Specification
3GPP TS 35.246 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for ZUC based 256-bit Algorithm Set Specification. Its official 3GPP title is “Specification of the ZUC based 256-bits algorithm set”. It is published in 3 releases (Rel-18 to Rel-20); the latest version is 20.0.0 in Rel-20.
Specifies ZUC-256 based 256-bit encryption (256-NEA6), integrity (256-NIA6), and authenticated encryption (256-NCA6) algorithms for 5G.
Releases and versions of TS 35.246
| Release | Latest version | Links |
|---|---|---|
| Rel-20 | 20.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-19 | 19.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-18 | 18.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
Scope of TS 35.246
Category: Security (Cryptographic Algorithms). Technology generation: 5G. Network layer: Security.
Who should read this specification?
- Device manufacturers
- Regulators and standards bodies
- Researchers and academics
Implementation notes
Complexity level: Expert. Implementation difficulty: High.
Key technologies
Specifications referenced by TS 35.246
- TR 21.905 3GPP Terminology and Definitions
Other specifications in the 35 series
- TS 35.242 Snow 5G 256-bit Algorithm Test Data
- TS 35.243 AES 256-bit Algorithm Set Specification
- TS 35.244 AES-256 Implementation Test Data
- TS 35.245 AES 256-bit Algorithm Set - Design Conformance Test Data
- TS 35.247 ZUC-256 Algorithm Set Specification
- TS 35.248 ZUC 256-bit Algorithm Set - Design Conformance Test Data
- TS 35.249 f5** Algorithm for MILENAGE and Tuak
- TR 35.909 3GPP MILENAGE Algorithm Design Report
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Frequently asked questions
What is 3GPP TS 35.246?
3GPP TS 35.246 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for ZUC based 256-bit Algorithm Set Specification. Specifies ZUC-256 based 256-bit encryption (256-NEA6), integrity (256-NIA6), and authenticated encryption (256-NCA6) algorithms for 5G.
Which 3GPP releases include TS 35.246?
TS 35.246 is published in 3 releases, from Rel-18 to Rel-20. The latest version on 3GPP Explorer is 20.0.0 (Rel-20).
What category does TS 35.246 belong to?
TS 35.246 belongs to the Security (Cryptographic Algorithms) category of 3GPP specifications. It applies to 5G networks.
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