[转载]Cryptovirology FAQ(应用密码学常见问题)

文章作者：Adam L. Young

Cryptovirology FAQ
Version 1.24
Last updated: June 5, 2005

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Purpose of this FAQ

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The purpose of this frequently-asked-questions (FAQ) document is to answer some common questions about what cryptovirology is and what it isn't. It explains why this topic may be of interest to individuals, software development companies, smartcard manufacturers, and organizations that are concerned with information security and privacy. It ties together certain subjects that might appear to be separate, namely, cryptovirology and kleptography. In fact, there is little difference between the two. It also covers certain topics that may be of interest to research scientists.

This FAQ does not cover virus and worm basics, nor does it give an introduction to cryptography. Suggested sources for these topics are given below. A certain level of familiarity with all of these subjects is assumed. This FAQ does not give advice on how to deal with a cryptovirology attack. The main goal of this document is to explain what cryptovirology is and at the same time prevent the spread of misinformation.

Comments, suggestions, and constructive criticism are welcomed. Direct e-mail to Adam Lucas Young, the FAQ maintainer, at adamy-at-acm-dot-org. This is an evolving document and will hopefully grow and improve with time.

RSA Labs Cryptography FAQ version 4.1         Virus-L/comp.virus FAQ version 2.00

The World Wide Web Security FAQ version 3.1.2         The Worm FAQ

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Notice and Disclaimers

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