Tales from the Crypt - A Cryptography Primer
Explore a comprehensive cryptography primer in this 52-minute conference talk by Adam Englander from iovation. Gain a working understanding of common cryptographic terms, methodologies, and algorithms, focusing on encryption, digital signatures, and hashing. Learn how to properly secure user credentials and sensitive data by comparing and contrasting cryptographic strengths and randomness. Discover the key drivers for choosing appropriate cryptography techniques, including the importance of computational cost, entropy, and secure pseudo-random number generators. Delve into symmetric and asymmetric key cryptography, understanding their differences and applications. Examine the significance of padding, key derivation functions, and hashing algorithms in enhancing security. Benefit from Englander's 25 years of experience in building communities and applications, as he shares insights on fighting virtual crime and increasing awareness of threats facing the computer science community.