AWS Encryption Flashcards
(9 cards)
What encryption protocal is used for AWS transport today?
TLS 1.2, other protocols are considered week, such as, TLS 1.1, TLS 1.0, SSL3.0 and SSL 2.0
Should I use SHA1 as a hashing algorithm in my software or with a VPN?
No SHA1 is considered weak and is deprecated.
Should I use MD5 as a hashing algorithm in my software or with a VPN?
No MD5 is considered weak.
What is a cypher suite?
It is a set of algorithms the help secure a network connection that uses TLS
What are the 3 areas in a cypher suite?
key exchange, bulk encryption algorithm, message auth code.
What is the key exchange algorithm used for?
It is a method for two parties to exchange keys
What is the bulk encryption algorithm used for?
It is used to encrypt data sent and received over a link connection.
What is message auth code used for?
Used to authenticate the message came from the stated sender.
What is a certificate authority?
It is an authority that signs and issues certificates.
