HID® Crescendo® CryptoTokenKit 9.3

HID Crescendo CryptoTokenKit (CTK) is a middleware solution providing access to the Public Key Infrastructure A framework that enables secure, electronic identities through the use of public key cryptography, including the creation, distribution, and management of digital certificates. (PKI) functionalities of Crescendo smart cards A smart card is a card with an embedded security chip, which can be used for personal identification, authentication, data storage, and application processing. and security keys Hardware-based USB security tokens that provide the same cryptographic functionalities as smart cards, including authentication, digital signing, and encryption. in macOS.

Crescendo CTK extends the standard CryptoTokenKit functionality by adding support for HID Crescendo Cards and Keys, including non-PIV Personal Identity Verification is a United States federal standard for secure and reliable forms of identification issued by the government to federal employees and contractors. (General-Purpose) slots support.

Supported Devices

The following devices are fully supported:

  • Crescendo 2300 Card
  • Crescendo Key (2300 Series)
  • Crescendo 4000 Card
  • Crescendo Key V3 (4000 Series)
  • Crescendo 144K Card

Supported Operating Systems

  • MacOS 14 and later, compatible with both Intel and Apple Silicon chips