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TS 35.247 – ZUC-256 Algorithm Set Specification

3GPP TS 35.247 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for ZUC-256 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 the ZUC-based 256-bit encryption, integrity protection, and authenticated encryption algorithms for 5G systems.

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Document type
Technical Specification
Latest release
Rel-20
Latest version
20.0.0
Series
Category
Security
Network layer
Security
Technology
5G

Releases and versions of TS 35.247

ReleaseLatest versionLinks
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 35.247

Category: Security (Cryptographic Algorithms). Technology generation: 5G. Network layer: Security.

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Implementation notes

Complexity level: Advanced. Implementation difficulty: High.

Key technologies

5GZUC-256CRYPTO

Specifications referenced by TS 35.247

Other specifications in the 35 series

Related glossary terms

5GClauseTESTINFOEc

Related topics

Authentication (5G-AKA, EAP)Encryption & Integrity

Related technologies

5G

Frequently asked questions

What is 3GPP TS 35.247?

3GPP TS 35.247 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for ZUC-256 Algorithm Set Specification. Specifies the ZUC-based 256-bit encryption, integrity protection, and authenticated encryption algorithms for 5G systems.

Which 3GPP releases include TS 35.247?

TS 35.247 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 35.247 belong to?

TS 35.247 belongs to the Security (Cryptographic Algorithms) category of 3GPP specifications. It applies to 5G networks.

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