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Random Number Generators and Their Role in Cryptography
In this article, we examine the use of random number generators (RNGs) in cryptography, specifically in relation to hardware security modules (HSMs)...
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Centralized vs. Distributed Key Management Explained
The need for mitigating risk with an appropriate key management system (KMS) is critical to the success of any organization that shares sensitive...
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Third Party Testing for Key Management System Security
For identifying, detecting, and eliminating flaws in a key management system, independent third-party testing is required (KMS). Third-party testing...
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A Full Breakdown of What You See Is What You Sign (WYSIWYS)
What You See Is What You Sign (WYSIWYS) refers to the part of any signature process, where you read a document you intend to sign, and ensure that...
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Benefits of an Automated Centralized Key Management System
The aim of this article is inform you on how to implement proper key management and to answer 3 important questions regarding centralized and...
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Exploring Hardware Security Modules (HSMs)
I once consulted a bank about their painstakingly slow cryptography and security processing system. After a week of searching, I examined the...
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Trends in Cryptography Part 1 – Algorithms and Encryption
Cryptography has come a long way since ancient times, and the pace of development has been especially quick over the last 2 decades. Indeed, many...
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What Is Crypto-Agility? A Full Overview
Crypto-agility, or cryptographic agility, is the capacity for an information security system to adopt an alternative to the original encryption...
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3DES Encryption Standard Is Officially Retired
According to draft guidance published by NIST on July 19, 2018, the Triple Data Encryption Algorithm (TDEA) or 3DES is officially being retired. The...