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From Encyclopedia of Cybersecurity
9 May 2024
- 00:1200:12, 9 May 2024 diff hist +4,001 N Remote Access VPN Created page with "== Remote Access VPN == A '''Remote Access Virtual Private Network''' (VPN) is a type of VPN that allows individual users to securely connect to a private network from remote locations over the internet. Remote Access VPNs provide users with secure access to resources and services on the private network, enabling remote work and access to internal systems and data. === Overview === Remote Access VPNs create a secure and encrypted tunnel between the user's device (such..." current
- 00:0400:04, 9 May 2024 diff hist +4,132 N Virtual Private Network Created page with "== Virtual Private Network (VPN) == A '''Virtual Private Network''' (VPN) is a network technology that allows users to securely connect to a private network over the internet. VPNs provide a secure and encrypted connection between the user's device and the private network, ensuring privacy, confidentiality, and data integrity. They are commonly used to access resources and services on private networks remotely and to protect sensitive information from unauthorized acces..." current
- 00:0000:00, 9 May 2024 diff hist +3,401 N Blowfish Created page with "== Blowfish == '''Blowfish''' is a symmetric-key block cipher algorithm designed by Bruce Schneier in 1993 as a fast, free alternative to existing encryption algorithms. It operates on 64-bit blocks and supports key lengths from 32 bits to 448 bits. Blowfish is known for its simplicity, efficiency, and resistance to cryptanalytic attacks. === Overview === Blowfish operates in two main phases: key expansion and data encryption. During key expansion, the algorithm g..." current
8 May 2024
- 23:5723:57, 8 May 2024 diff hist +51 m Algorithm-Specific Generation No edit summary current
- 23:5623:56, 8 May 2024 diff hist +4 Password-Based Key Derivation →PBKDF Algorithms current
- 23:5423:54, 8 May 2024 diff hist +3,882 N Triple DES Created page with "== Triple DES == '''Triple DES''', also known as 3DES or Triple Data Encryption Algorithm (TDEA), is a symmetric encryption algorithm that applies the Data Encryption Standard (DES) cipher algorithm three times to each data block. It is an enhancement of the original DES algorithm to address its vulnerability to brute-force attacks due to its short key length. === Overview === Triple DES operates by encrypting plaintext data using three successive applications of..." current
- 23:5123:51, 8 May 2024 diff hist +12 Symmetric Algorithm →Examples current
- 23:4923:49, 8 May 2024 diff hist +23 Data Encryption Standard No edit summary current
- 22:5922:59, 8 May 2024 diff hist 0 m Main Page Protected "Main Page" ([Edit=Allow only administrators] (indefinite) [Move=Allow only administrators] (indefinite))
- 19:3619:36, 8 May 2024 diff hist +393 Main Page No edit summary
- 16:2116:21, 8 May 2024 diff hist +27 Public-Key Cryptography No edit summary current
- 16:2016:20, 8 May 2024 diff hist +3,920 N Public-Key Cryptography Created page with "== Public Key Cryptography == '''Public Key Cryptography''', also known as asymmetric cryptography, is a cryptographic technique that uses a pair of keys—a public key and a private key—to perform encryption and decryption of data. In public key cryptography, the public key is made freely available to anyone, while the private key is kept secret and known only to the owner. This enables secure communication and data exchange without the need for pre-shared secret key..." Tag: Visual edit: Switched
- 16:1216:12, 8 May 2024 diff hist +588 Main Page →About the Encyclopedia Tag: Visual edit
- 16:0916:09, 8 May 2024 diff hist +3,635 N Opaque Tokens Created page with "== Opaque Tokens == '''Opaque Tokens''' are cryptographic tokens used in authentication and authorization systems to represent the identity and permissions of users or entities without disclosing sensitive information. Unlike self-contained tokens, such as JSON Web Tokens (JWTs), opaque tokens do not contain readable information about the user or their attributes. Instead, they serve as references or pointers to user data stored securely on the server side. === Overvie..." current
- 16:0316:03, 8 May 2024 diff hist +3,923 N Asymmetric Encryption Created page with "== Asymmetric Encryption == '''Asymmetric Encryption''', also known as public-key cryptography, is a cryptographic technique that uses a pair of keys—a public key and a private key—to perform encryption and decryption of data. Unlike symmetric encryption, where the same key is used for both encryption and decryption, asymmetric encryption employs separate keys for these operations, offering enhanced security and flexibility in cryptographic systems. === Overview ==..." current
- 16:0016:00, 8 May 2024 diff hist +4,087 N Symmetric Encryption Created page with "== Symmetric Encryption == '''Symmetric Encryption''' is a cryptographic technique that uses a single shared secret key for both encryption and decryption of data. In symmetric encryption, the same key is used by both the sender and the recipient to encrypt and decrypt messages, ensuring confidentiality and integrity during data transmission and storage. === Overview === Symmetric encryption algorithms operate on the principle of using a single secret key to perform e..." current
- 15:4915:49, 8 May 2024 diff hist +25 Cryptographic Algorithm No edit summary current
- 15:4815:48, 8 May 2024 diff hist +4,070 N Cryptographic Algorithm Created page with "== Cryptographic Algorithm == A '''Cryptographic Algorithm''' is a mathematical procedure or set of rules used to encrypt and decrypt data, generate digital signatures, and perform other cryptographic operations to ensure the security and integrity of information. Cryptographic algorithms are essential components of modern cryptography and are used in various security protocols, encryption schemes, and cryptographic systems. === Overview === Cryptographic algorithms a..."
- 15:4015:40, 8 May 2024 diff hist +4,056 N Ciphertext Created page with "== Ciphertext == '''Ciphertext''' refers to the encrypted form of plaintext data, which has undergone a cryptographic transformation using an encryption algorithm and possibly a secret key. Ciphertext is generated to secure sensitive information during transmission or storage, ensuring that only authorized parties with the corresponding decryption key can access the original plaintext. === Overview === The purpose of ciphertext is to protect the confidentiality and in..." current
- 15:2515:25, 8 May 2024 diff hist +3,430 N Initialization Vector Created page with "== Initialization Vector (IV) == An '''Initialization Vector''' (IV) is a fixed-size, randomly generated value used in conjunction with cryptographic algorithms, such as block ciphers and encryption modes, to ensure the uniqueness and security of encrypted data. The IV is an essential component in achieving confidentiality and preventing cryptographic attacks, such as replay attacks and known-plaintext attacks. === Overview === The primary purpose of an IV is to intro..." current
- 15:2015:20, 8 May 2024 diff hist +2,892 N Encrypted Key Created page with "== Encrypted Key == An '''Encrypted Key''' refers to a cryptographic key that has been protected using encryption techniques to safeguard it from unauthorized access or disclosure. Encrypted keys are commonly used in various security protocols and systems to securely store and transmit sensitive cryptographic material, such as symmetric keys, private keys, and passwords. === Overview === The primary purpose of encrypting a key is to prevent unauthorized entities from..." current
- 15:1815:18, 8 May 2024 diff hist +3,325 N Hash-Based Message Authentication Code Created page with "== Hash-Based Message Authentication Code (HMAC) == '''Hash-Based Message Authentication Code''' (HMAC) is a type of message authentication code (MAC) that uses a cryptographic hash function along with a secret key to verify the integrity and authenticity of a message. HMAC provides a mechanism for verifying that a message has not been altered or tampered with during transmission and that it originated from a trusted source. === Overview === HMAC combines the security..." current
- 15:1215:12, 8 May 2024 diff hist +3,263 N Elliptic Curve Diffie-Hellman Created page with "== Elliptic Curve Diffie-Hellman (ECDH) == '''Elliptic Curve Diffie-Hellman''' (ECDH) is a key exchange protocol based on Elliptic Curve Cryptography (ECC) used to establish a shared secret key between two parties over an insecure communication channel. ECDH enables secure communication and encryption by allowing parties to derive a shared secret key without exchanging the key itself, providing confidentiality and integrity of data transmission. === Overview === E..." current
- 15:0115:01, 8 May 2024 diff hist +3,065 N Elliptic Curve Discrete Logarithm Problem Created page with "== Elliptic Curve Discrete Logarithm Problem (ECDLP) == The '''Elliptic Curve Discrete Logarithm Problem''' (ECDLP) is a mathematical problem underlying the security of cryptographic algorithms based on Elliptic Curve Cryptography (ECC). ECDLP involves finding the discrete logarithm of a point on an elliptic curve with respect to a base point, which is computationally difficult and forms the basis of security for various cryptographic schemes. === Overview === The..." current
- 14:4814:48, 8 May 2024 diff hist +3,438 N Public Key Infrastructure Created page with "== Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) == '''Public Key Infrastructure''' (PKI) is a framework of policies, procedures, and technologies used to manage digital certificates and public-private key pairs, enabling secure communication and authentication over insecure networks, such as the internet. PKI provides the foundation for establishing trust, verifying identities, and protecting sensitive information in various digital environments. === Overview === PKI is commonly u..." current
- 14:3714:37, 8 May 2024 diff hist +3,372 N Elliptic Curve Digital Signature Algorithm Created page with "== Elliptic Curve Digital Signature Algorithm (ECDSA) == The '''Elliptic Curve Digital Signature Algorithm''' (ECDSA) is a cryptographic algorithm used to generate digital signatures based on Elliptic Curve Cryptography (ECC). ECDSA provides a secure and efficient method for signing data, verifying the integrity and authenticity of messages, and preventing tampering and forgery. === Overview === ECDSA is widely used in digital signature schemes, such as secure com..." current
- 14:3214:32, 8 May 2024 diff hist +122 m JSON Web Signature →Algorithms current
- 14:3014:30, 8 May 2024 diff hist +3,495 N JSON Web Signature Created page with "== JSON Web Signature (JWS) == '''JSON Web Signature''' (JWS) is a standard for securing content in JSON format by applying digital signatures, enabling message integrity, authentication, and non-repudiation. JWS allows for the creation of compact, URL-safe tokens that can be used to verify the integrity and authenticity of data transmitted between parties. === Overview === JWS is commonly used in web applications and APIs to protect sensitive information, such as aut..."
- 14:2714:27, 8 May 2024 diff hist +3,510 N JSON Web Encryption Created page with "== JSON Web Encryption (JWE) == '''JSON Web Encryption''' (JWE) is a standard for encrypting data in a JSON object format, enabling secure transmission and storage of sensitive information between parties. JWE defines a framework for encrypting content using a combination of cryptographic algorithms, providing confidentiality, integrity, and authenticity of the data. === Overview === JWE is commonly used in web applications and APIs to protect sensitive informatio..." current
- 14:2214:22, 8 May 2024 diff hist +2,926 N JSON Web Token Created page with "== JSON Web Token (JWT) == A '''JSON Web Token''' (JWT) is a compact, URL-safe means of representing claims to be transferred between two parties. The claims in a JWT are encoded as a JSON object that is used as the payload of a JSON Web Signature (JWS) structure or as the plaintext of a JSON Web Encryption (JWE) structure, enabling secure transmission of information between parties. === Overview === JWTs are commonly used for authentication and authorization..." current
- 14:1314:13, 8 May 2024 diff hist 0 m Authentication Protocols →Types current
- 14:1214:12, 8 May 2024 diff hist +3,457 N Multi-Factor Authentication Created page with "== Multi-Factor Authentication == '''Multi-Factor Authentication''' (MFA), also known as two-factor authentication (2FA) or two-step verification, is a security process that requires users to provide two or more verification factors to gain access to a system, application, or service. By combining multiple factors, MFA enhances security by reducing the likelihood of unauthorized access, even if one factor is compromised. === Overview === Multi-Factor Authentication ad..." current
- 14:0914:09, 8 May 2024 diff hist +8 m Token-Based Authentication →Types of Tokens current
- 14:0914:09, 8 May 2024 diff hist +3,108 N Token-Based Authentication Created page with "== Token-Based Authentication == '''Token-Based Authentication''' is a method of authentication that uses tokens to verify the identity of users accessing a system, service, or application. Instead of transmitting sensitive credentials, such as passwords, with each request, token-based authentication relies on unique tokens generated by the server to grant access to authorized users. === Overview === Token-Based Authentication eliminates the need for users to transmit..."
- 14:0114:01, 8 May 2024 diff hist +3,208 N Password-Based Authentication Created page with "== Password-Based Authentication == '''Password-Based Authentication''' is a common method used to verify the identity of users accessing a system, service, or application by requiring them to provide a combination of a username and a secret password. It is one of the most widely used authentication mechanisms on the internet and in enterprise environments. === Overview === Password-Based Authentication relies on the principle that only the legitimate user knows the s..." current
- 13:5713:57, 8 May 2024 diff hist +3,761 N Single Sign-On Created page with "== Single Sign-On (SSO) == '''Single Sign-On''' (SSO) is an authentication process that allows users to access multiple applications or services with a single set of login credentials. Instead of requiring users to log in separately to each application, SSO enables users to authenticate once and gain access to all authorized resources without re-entering their credentials. === Overview === Single Sign-On simplifies the authentication process for users by eliminating t..." current
- 13:4113:41, 8 May 2024 diff hist +3,691 N OpenID Connect Created page with "== OpenID Connect == '''OpenID Connect''' is an authentication protocol built on top of OAuth 2.0 that allows clients to verify the identity of end-users based on the authentication performed by an authorization server. It provides a standardized way for clients to request and receive identity information about users from identity providers (IdPs), enabling single sign-on (SSO) authentication across different applications and services. === Overview === OpenID Connect..." current
- 13:3713:37, 8 May 2024 diff hist +3,388 N OAuth Created page with "== OAuth == '''OAuth''' (Open Authorization) is an open-standard authorization protocol that enables third-party applications to access user data on behalf of the user without sharing their credentials. It is commonly used for secure authorization between applications, allowing users to grant limited access to their resources stored on one platform to another platform. === Overview === OAuth was initially developed in 2006 by a group of engineers at Twitter as an open..." current
- 13:3413:34, 8 May 2024 diff hist +165 m Authentication Protocols →Types
- 13:3313:33, 8 May 2024 diff hist +2,915 N Kerberos Created page with "== Kerberos == '''Kerberos''' is a network authentication protocol that provides secure authentication for client-server applications by using symmetric key cryptography. It is widely used in enterprise environments to authenticate users to network services and to ensure the security of communications over insecure networks. === Overview === Kerberos was developed by MIT and is named after the three-headed dog from Greek mythology, Cerberus, which guards the gates of..." current
- 13:2313:23, 8 May 2024 diff hist +20 Authentication Protocols No edit summary
- 13:2213:22, 8 May 2024 diff hist +166 Authentication Protocols No edit summary
- 13:1913:19, 8 May 2024 diff hist +2,920 N Authentication Protocols Created page with "== Authentication Protocols == '''Authentication Protocols''' are a set of rules and procedures used to verify the identity of users or entities accessing a system, network, or service. These protocols play a crucial role in cybersecurity by ensuring that only authorized users gain access to resources, preventing unauthorized access and protecting against malicious activities. === Overview === Authentication Protocols provide mechanisms for proving the identity of use..."
- 13:1513:15, 8 May 2024 diff hist +2,963 N Transport Layer Security Created page with "== Transport Layer Security == '''Transport Layer Security''' (TLS) is a cryptographic protocol used to secure communication over a computer network. It provides privacy and data integrity between communicating applications by encrypting the data transmitted between them. === Overview === TLS operates at the transport layer of the OSI model and is designed to ensure secure communication over an insecure network, such as the internet. It allows client-server applicatio..." current
- 13:0713:07, 8 May 2024 diff hist +33 N Key Exchange Protocol Created page with "* Diffie-Hellman Key Exchange" current
- 13:0513:05, 8 May 2024 diff hist +2,830 N Asymmetric Cryptography Created page with "== Asymmetric Cryptography == '''Asymmetric Cryptography''', also known as public-key cryptography, is a cryptographic system that uses pairs of keys: a public key and a private key. These keys are mathematically related but are kept secret from each other. Asymmetric cryptography enables secure communication, digital signatures, and authentication without the need for prior exchange of secret keys. === Overview === In asymmetric cryptography, each entity has a pa..." current Tag: Visual edit: Switched
- 12:5812:58, 8 May 2024 diff hist +32 N Brute-Force Attack Redirected page to Brute Force Attack current Tags: New redirect Visual edit
- 12:4812:48, 8 May 2024 diff hist +2,339 N Public Key Created page with "== Public Key == A '''Public Key''' is a fundamental component of asymmetric cryptography, also known as public-key cryptography. It is shared freely and used by others to encrypt messages or verify digital signatures created with the corresponding private key. === Overview === In asymmetric cryptography, each entity has a pair of cryptographic keys: a Public Key and a Private Key. While the Public Key is freely distributed and known to anyone, the Private Key..." current
- 12:4412:44, 8 May 2024 diff hist +27 Private Key No edit summary current
- 12:4312:43, 8 May 2024 diff hist +2,161 N Private Key Created page with "== Private Key == A '''Private Key''' is a crucial component in asymmetric cryptography, also known as public-key cryptography. It is kept secret and known only to the owner, enabling various cryptographic operations such as encryption, decryption, digital signing, and authentication. === Overview === A Private Key is mathematically related to its corresponding Public Key in asymmetric cryptography. While the Public Key is freely distributed and used for encry..."