Define public­key cryptosystem

Question

Assignment:

Description

Review the following LinkedIn Learning videos to help you with your assignments in this Unit.

Using the APA writing style, write a 4 to 5 page paper that answers the questions below. Be prepared to fully support your answers. Provide the paper with the following structure and content.

Title Page

Introduction

Define public­key cryptosystem.

In your own opinion, why do you think it is important to utilize public­key cryptosystem?

How is it different from symmetric key algorithms?

What are the 5 main requirements that a public­key cryptosystem must fulfill to be a secured algorithm?

Conclusion

APA Reference List

Please Note: This is not the same as the Discussion Board assignment, the principal ingredients of a public­key cryptosystem.

Please submit your assignment.

For assistance with your assignment, please use your text, Web resources, and all course materials.

Reading Assignment

Read selected articles from the AIU Library as identified in the Learning Materials.

Assignment Objectives

• Discuss commonly used authentication protocols used in current Internet technology.
• Explain common vulnerabilities in cryptographic protocols and how they can be avoided.