Initialization Vector (IV)

GPTKB entity

Statements (22)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf cryptographic concept
gptkbp:abbreviation IV
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Initialization Vector (IV)
gptkbp:length typically same as block size
gptkbp:notSecret true
gptkbp:prevention pattern analysis
repetition attacks
gptkbp:property may be random or pseudo-random
should be unique
gptkbp:purpose ensure distinct ciphertexts for identical plaintexts
gptkbp:requires many cryptographic protocols
gptkbp:sometimesCalled nonce
gptkbp:usedFor encryption algorithms
decryption algorithms
gptkbp:usedIn gptkb:CTR_mode
gptkb:OFB_mode
cryptography
CBC mode
block cipher modes
CFB mode
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:WEP_encryption
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6