KeyInfo Element

The structure of a <KeyInfo> element is shown in the following diagram:

diagram

namespace

http://www.w3.org/2000/09/xmldsig#

annotation

Enables recipients to obtain the key needed to validate the signature. Can contain keys, names, certificates, and other public key management information. Producers and consumers shall use the certificate embedded in the Digital Signature XML Signature part when it is specified. [M6.21]