Cryptographic Security Validator

Audit TLS, certificates, and key management against NIST/FIPS standards.

6|Updated Oct 25, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/williamzujkowski/cognitive-toolworks --skill cryptographic-security-validator
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Skill: Cryptographic Security Validator
Source: https://github.com/williamzujkowski/cognitive-toolworks/tree/main/skills/security-crypto-validator
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/williamzujkowski/cognitive-toolworks --skill cryptographic-security-validator

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Validates cryptographic implementations to ensure TLS configurations, certificate lifecycles, and key management align with recognized standards such as NIST and FIPS.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • TLS configuration checks enforce modern protocol versions, PFS, and secure cipher suites.
  • Certificate lifecycle validation including expiry, chain completeness, and revocation checks.
  • Key management verification and rotation practices aligned with NIST/FIPS guidance.
  • Use Case: Organizations can audit cryptographic controls across web services before production deployments.

Quick Start

Provide a target system and the validator will assess cryptographic controls and generate a remediation-ready report.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cryptographic Security Validator

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I audit TLS configurations for NIST and FIPS compliance?

Validate certificate lifecycle management by checking expiry dates, verifying chain completeness, and performing revocation checks to ensure certificates meet compliance standards before production deployment.

Can I check key rotation practices against NIST guidance for microservices?

Check key rotation practices against NIST guidance for microservices by applying cryptographic security validation to API gateways and servers, verifying key management controls meet FIPS requirements.

What's the best way to remediate insecure cryptographic controls in API gateways?

Remediate insecure cryptographic controls in API gateways by auditing TLS settings and key management, then applying NIST-aligned remediation output that enforces modern protocols and secure cipher suites.

When do I need a cryptographic security audit before production deployment?

You need a cryptographic security audit before production deployment when web services require validation of TLS configurations, certificate lifecycles, and key management to meet NIST and FIPS compliance standards.