Practice Importance of a Proper Pseudo-Random Number Generator (PRNG) - 5 | Module 2: Basic Cryptography | Introductory Cyber Security
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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is a PRNG?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about whether the values can be predicted or not.

Question 2

Easy

What role does a seed play in a PRNG?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider what happens without a starting point.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What is a primary function of a PRNG?

  • To generate truly random values
  • To produce deterministic sequences that seem random
  • To create high-quality cryptography

πŸ’‘ Hint: Evaluate whether the generated numbers are truly random.

Question 2

True or False: CSPRNGs do not need to be unpredictable.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Remember the role of unpredictability in cryptography.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Discuss the potential implications of using a predictable PRNG in the generation of RSA keys.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider how key predictability impacts overall security.

Question 2

How would an attacker exploit weak nonces in an authentication protocol?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about how unique identifiers help maintain session integrity.

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