Algebraic Combinatorics
Differential cryptanalysis is a method of cryptanalysis that studies how differences in input can affect the resultant difference at the output of a cryptographic algorithm. This technique is particularly relevant for analyzing block ciphers, where specific input pairs are selected to observe how changes propagate through the cipher's structure, revealing weaknesses and potential vulnerabilities. The method relies on understanding how certain combinations of plaintext can lead to predictable changes in ciphertext, which can be exploited to break encryption schemes.
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