Python module for handling PSKC files

A Python module to handle Portable Symmetric Key Container (PSKC) files as defined in RFC 6030. PSKC files are used to transport and provision symmetric keys and key meta data (seed files) to different types of crypto modules, commonly one-time password systems or other authentication devices.

This module can be used to extract keys from PSKC files for use in an OTP authentication system. The module can also be used for authoring PSKC files.

This module should be able to handle most common PSKC files.

https://arthurdejong.org/python-pskc/

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Security considerations

This code handles private key material and is written in Python. No precautions have been taken to lock pages in memory to prevent swapping. Also no attempt is currently made to securely dispose of memory that may have held private key material.