One-Time Pad Flashcards
1
Q
What is the one-time pad stream cipher?
A
Stream cipher that encrypts plaintext with a random key that is the same length as the plaintext.
Note: There is no mathematical pattern to the cipher, it’s a one time use jumbler. One-time pad is psuedo random. Not commonly used. This is technically the STRONGEST and MOST secure encryption method but it has too many complications.
2
Q
What is a psuedo-random number generator (PRNG)
A
A simulated random number generated by a computer.
