GENERATE-RANDOM-KEY function

Generates a pseudorandom (rather than a truly random) series of bytes to use as an encryption key, and returns the key as a RAW value.

Syntax 

 

GENERATE-RANDOM-KEY

Notes 

You are responsible for generating, storing, and transporting this value.

The size of the generated encryption key is determined by the cryptographic algorithm specified by the SYMMETRIC-ENCRYPTION-ALGORITHM attribute.

The Alternate Random Number Generator (-rand) startup parameter setting has no effect on this function.

See also 

GENERATE-PBE-KEY function, SECURITY-POLICY system handle