Glossary SERMI: abbreviations and definitions

In the overview below, you will find the most important abbreviations and definitions that can help clarify the concepts surrounding SERMI. Looking for tips and the latest news on SERMI? Sign up for our SERMI newsletter.

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Abbreviation

Definition

ACEA

European Automobile Manufacturers Association

CAB

Conformity Assessment Body

CABUID

Conformity Assessment Body unique identifier

CIRCA

Communication & Information Resource Center Administrator

CSP

Cryptographic Service Provider

DPA

Data Protection Act

EA

European co-operation for Accreditation

EC

European Community

EN

European Norm

SERMI

Forum for Access to Security-Related Vehicle Repair and Maintenance Information

IO

Independent Operator

IOEUID

Independent Operator Employee Unique Identifier

NAB

National Accreditation Body

OCSP

Online Certificate Status Protocol according RFC 2560

PIN

Personal Identification Number

PKCS # 11

Public Key Cryptography Standard

RA

Relevant Authority

RMI

Repair and Maintenance Information

RSS

Remote Service Supplier

SOAP

Simple Object Access Protocol (Authorization Web Service)

TC

Trust Center

VM

Vehicle Manufacturer