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In [[encryption]] using a [[cipher]]-based cryptosystem, '''ciphertext''' is the result of applying the algorithm and [[encryption key]] to [[plaintext]]. In the special case of multiple encryption, ciphertext is still the result of applying an algorithm and key to ciphertext produced by a different cryptosystem. | In [[encryption]] using a [[cipher]]-based cryptosystem, '''ciphertext''' is the result of applying the algorithm and [[cryptographic key#encryption key|encryption key]] to [[plaintext]]. In the special case of multiple encryption, ciphertext is still the result of applying an algorithm and key to ciphertext produced by a different cryptosystem. | ||
Ideal ciphertext appears to be completely random. | Ideal ciphertext appears to be completely random. | ||
Latest revision as of 18:12, 28 July 2008
In encryption using a cipher-based cryptosystem, ciphertext is the result of applying the algorithm and encryption key to plaintext. In the special case of multiple encryption, ciphertext is still the result of applying an algorithm and key to ciphertext produced by a different cryptosystem.
Ideal ciphertext appears to be completely random.