PKCS #7 MIME Message
General Information
| Title | P7M File Extension |
| Extension | .p7m |
| Full Form | PKCS #7 MIME Message |
| File Type | Encrypted Email Message |
| Developer | IETF |
| MIME Type | application/pkcs7-mime |
File Function
| Primary Function | Secure email |
| Additional Functions | Data encapsulation, Digital Signature |
| Features | Encryption, Authentication |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High security |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | No |
Use Cases
| Email Encryption | Yes |
| Document Signing | Yes |
| Legal Transactions | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Key compromise |
| Best Practices | Key management, Secure storage |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1993 |
| Latest Version | Dependent on standards |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .p7s, .pem, .der, .crt |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Microsoft Outlook |
Paid | Windows, Mac |
 Adobe Acrobat |
Paid | Windows, Mac |
 Thunderbird |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |