GC and FK command in Thales HSM

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what is the difference between the output of command GC and FK command in Thales HSM. since they both generate the same (clear and encrypted components).

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Assuming you are referring to console commands not host commands.

'GC' command is used to generate completely new random keys and output on console clear and encrypted under LMK.

'FK' command is used to XOR multiple keys generated by 'GC' command and output final key encrypted by LMK.

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