Introduction
The question that we have before us today is simply “why does cryptographic software fail”. The most important building blocks for secured computer systems are cryptographic algorithms and protocols. They are based on mathematical foundations that are solid and provide authentication confidentiality and integrity. It is very difficult to turn mathematical equations into working systems. This is usually where the cryptographic systems fail.
Two actions to take that can help you avoid common mistakes made with cryptographic software
One action that a company can take to avoid some common mistakes made with cryptographic software is to avoid using their own encryption algorithms. When you have an in house cryptographic algorithm developer, it probably seems like a good idea to develop your own cryptographic algorithms. After all, how could you possibly break your own proprietary algorithm? Breaking an algorithm is easier than it looks, …show more content…
The reasons we see these results is because the cryptographic software changes the security of that said organization. Data that was once open to everyone is now only accessible to those who have access or encryption keys. Some organizations have also experienced user complains. If encryption keys are lost the data that is encrypted could be rendered useless. The companies that implement cryptographic software also see an increase in costs. Overall the companies that have done these implementations seem to be able to ward off potential cyber intruders because encryption works. Organization see that the encryption methods they use help in their efforts to maintain regulatory compliance also. With almost 2 million records stolen per day on average, only about one percent of those are being encrypted. The implementation of the encryption software has resulted in less records that are stolen being usable. (Constantin,
The question that we have before us today is simply “why does cryptographic software fail”. The most important building blocks for secured computer systems are cryptographic algorithms and protocols. They are based on mathematical foundations that are solid and provide authentication confidentiality and integrity. It is very difficult to turn mathematical equations into working systems. This is usually where the cryptographic systems fail.
Two actions to take that can help you avoid common mistakes made with cryptographic software
One action that a company can take to avoid some common mistakes made with cryptographic software is to avoid using their own encryption algorithms. When you have an in house cryptographic algorithm developer, it probably seems like a good idea to develop your own cryptographic algorithms. After all, how could you possibly break your own proprietary algorithm? Breaking an algorithm is easier than it looks, …show more content…
The reasons we see these results is because the cryptographic software changes the security of that said organization. Data that was once open to everyone is now only accessible to those who have access or encryption keys. Some organizations have also experienced user complains. If encryption keys are lost the data that is encrypted could be rendered useless. The companies that implement cryptographic software also see an increase in costs. Overall the companies that have done these implementations seem to be able to ward off potential cyber intruders because encryption works. Organization see that the encryption methods they use help in their efforts to maintain regulatory compliance also. With almost 2 million records stolen per day on average, only about one percent of those are being encrypted. The implementation of the encryption software has resulted in less records that are stolen being usable. (Constantin,