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MD5 can best be described as which one of the following?

A.
Asymmetric algorithm
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A.
Asymmetric algorithm
B.
Hashing algorithm
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B.
Hashing algorithm
C.
Digital signature
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C.
Digital signature
D.
Symmetric algorithm
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D.
Symmetric algorithm
Suggested answer: B

Explanation:

Hashing algorithm

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MD5

The MD5 message-digest algorithm is a widely used hash function producing a 128-bit hash value. Although MD5 was initially designed to be used as a cryptographic hash function, it has been found to suffer from extensive vulnerabilities. It can still be used as a checksum to verify data integrity, but only against unintentional corruption. It remains suitable for other non-cryptographic purposes, for example for determining the partition for a particular key in a partitioned database.

asked 18/09/2024
Wendie Canez
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