Non-repudiation Flashcards
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What is Non-repudiation
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- Focused on providing undeniable proof in the world of digital transactions.
- Security measure that ensures individuals or entities involved in a communication or transaction cannot deny their participation or the authenticity of their actions.
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Digital Signatures
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- Considered to be unique to each user who is operating within the digital domain.
- Created by first hashing a particular message or communication that you want to digitally sign, and then it encrypts that hash digest with the user’s private key using asymmetric encryption.
3
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Non-repudiation is important for 3 main reasons.
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To confirm the authenticity of digital transactions
To ensure the integrity of critical communications
To provide accountability in digital processes
4
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Exam tips
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Non-repudiation goes with Digital Signatures