| Abbreviation | Definition |
|---|---|
| KES | Keyless Entry System |
| KF | Keyed File |
| KG | Key Generation |
| KGU | Crypto Generator Unit |
| KHG | Kernel Hackers' Guide |
| KIF | Key Interchange Format |
| KIP | Key management for Internet Protocols |
| KISS | Keep Internet Security Simple |
| KKDC | Kerberos Key Distribution Center |
| KM | Key Management |
| KMASE | Key Management Application Service Element |
| KMC | Key Management Center |
| KMD | Key Management Device |
| KMF | Key Management Facility |
| KMID | Key Management IDentification |
| KMIP | Key Management Interoperability Protocol |
| KMPDU | Key Management Protocol Data Unit |
| KMSA | Key Management System Agent |
| KMSS | Key Management Software Support |
| KMSSA | Key Management Software Support Agent |