Why is it necessary to use a hash function with an output size of 256 bits to achieve a security level equivalent to that of AES with a 128-bit security level?
Saturday, 15 June 2024
by EITCA Academy
The necessity of using a hash function with an output size of 256 bits to achieve a security level equivalent to that of AES with a 128-bit security level is rooted in the fundamental principles of cryptographic security, specifically the concepts of collision resistance and the birthday paradox. AES (Advanced Encryption Standard) with a 128-bit
- Published in Cybersecurity, EITC/IS/ACC Advanced Classical Cryptography, Hash Functions, SHA-1 hash function, Examination review
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AES-128, Birthday Paradox, Collision Resistance, Cryptographic Security, Cybersecurity, SHA-256