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I am aware of the usual (and strong in my opinion) argument. Every time this discussion does the rounds, though, I do wonder whether the hypothesis could be te
by dankent 9y ago
I am aware of the usual (and strong in my opinion) argument.
Every time this discussion does the rounds, though, I do wonder whether the hypothesis could be tested.
Most vulnerabilities do not come from breaking the core algorithm but rather from a flaw in how they are implemented or applied. Standardisation can lead to monocultures that become tempting targets for those with plenty of resources to throw at them.
- JoachimSchipper 9y ago> I do wonder whether the hypothesis could be tested Data point: everyone who evaluates crypto constructions says not to roll your own.
- dankent 9y agoThat's what leads me to being reasonably sure the hypothesis is valid. As a scientist, though, I'm always going to wonder whether there is a way to subject it to a proper test rather than just relying on opinion (no matter how much I respect those opinions)