CHAPTER 14
Cryptography
In this chapter, you will learn about
• Basic cryptography concepts and terms
• Hashing algorithms and integrity concepts
• Common symmetric encryption algorithms
• Differences between symmetric and asymmetric encryption
• Asymmetric encryption using public and private keys
• Asymmetric encryption and digital signatures
• Hiding data within data using steganography
• The components of a public key infrastructure
• Different types of cryptanalysis attacks
Understanding Basic Cryptography Concepts
Chapter 1 introduces confidentiality and integrity (in the context of the CIA security triad of confidentiality, integrity, and availability). Cryptography includes confidentiality and integrity, but it’s worth stressing ...
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