Can an encrytion be deterministic?
Encryption, in the realm of cybersecurity, can indeed be deterministic, although the desirability and application of such deterministic encryption depend on the specific use case and security requirements. To understand the nuances of deterministic encryption, it is essential to consider the principles of classical cryptography, particularly the modes of operation for block ciphers. Block ciphers
- Published in Cybersecurity, EITC/IS/CCF Classical Cryptography Fundamentals, Applications of block ciphers, Modes of operation for block ciphers
Are different ways of using a block cipher for encryption referred to as modes of operation?
In the field of cybersecurity and classical cryptography, the different ways of using a block cipher for encryption are indeed referred to as modes of operation. These modes of operation can be broadly categorized into two main categories: deterministic encryption and probabilistic encryption. However, there is another category known as authenticated encryption, which combines both