What type of certificate is associated with Suite B?

The correct type of certificate associated with Suite B is the Elliptic Curve Certificate. Suite B is a set of cryptographic algorithms approved by the National Security Agency (NSA) for protecting classified and unclassified national security systems. Within Suite B, elliptic curve cryptography (ECC) is emphasized due to its efficiency and strength compared to traditional methods such as RSA.

Elliptic Curve Certificates leverage the mathematical properties of elliptic curves to provide strong encryption and digital signatures. This makes them particularly suitable for applications that require a balance between high security and lower processing power, which is especially beneficial for mobile and embedded devices.

In contrast, RSA Certificates are based on the RSA algorithm, which is not part of Suite B's recommended cryptographic suite. X.509 Certificates can be used with various cryptographic algorithms, but they do not specify Suite B use. Self-signed Certificates can be issued by the same entity that will later use it, lacking third-party validation, and are not inherently associated with Suite B either. Therefore, the association of Suite B specifically with Elliptic Curve Certificates highlights their importance and suitability for modern cryptographic requirements.