There are a number of standards related to cryptography. Standard algorithms and protocols provide a focus for study; standards for popular applications attract a large amount of cryptanalysis.
FIPS PUB 102 Guideline for Computer Security Certification and Accreditation 1983
FIPS PUB 112 Password Usage 1985, defines 10 factors to be considered in access control systems that are based on passwords
FIPS PUB 113 Computer Data Authentication 1985, specifies a Data Authentication Algorithm (DAA) based on DES, adopted by the Department of Treasury and the banking community to protect electronic fund transfers.
FIPS PUB 140-2 Security Requirements for Cryptographic Modules 2001, defines four increasing security levels
FIPS PUB 171 Key Management Using ANSI X9.17 (ANSI X9.17-1985) 1992, based on DES
FIPS PUB 180-2 Secure Hash Standard (SHS) 2002 defines the SHA family
FIPS PUB 181 Automated Password Generator (APG) 1993
FIPS PUB 185 Escrowed Encryption Standard (EES) 1994, a key escrow system that provides for decryption of telecommunications when lawfully authorized.
FIPS PUB 186-2 Digital Signature Standard (DSS) 2000
FIPS PUB 190 Guideline for the Use of Advanced Authentication Technology Alternatives 1994
FIPS PUB 191 Guideline for the Analysis of local area network Security 1994