5G • Security
128-NIA3
ZUC Integrity Protection Algorithm
Integrity algorithm generating 32-bit Message Authentication Codes using ZUC stream cipher.
Technical Explanation
128-NIA3 uses the ZUC algorithm to generate a 32-bit authentication tag for control and user plane packets. It is widely implemented across Asian 5G networks as part of the ZUC commercial cryptographic suite.
Key Functions
- Generates 32-bit authentication tag using ZUC keystream generator
- Deploys widely across China and Asian telecommunication infrastructures
- Standardized for NAS, RRC, and User Plane integrity protection
Specifications
3GPP TS 33.501
Interfaces
UuN1
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