Non-Repudiation

Question 1

What is Non-repudiation?

Answer 1

■ Focused on providing undeniable proof in the world of digital transactions

■ Security measure that ensures individuals or entities involved in a
communication or transaction cannot deny their participation or the authenticity
of their actions

Question 2

How do we ensure non-repudiation?

Answer 2

Digital Signatures

■ Considered to be unique to each user who is operating within the digital domain

■ Created by first hashing a particular message or communication that you want to
digitally sign, and then it encrypts that hash digest with the user’s private key using asymmetric encryption

Question 3

Why is non-repudiation important?

Answer 3

■ To confirm the authenticity of digital transactions

■ To ensure the integrity of critical communications

■ To provide accountability in digital processes