password security & software encryption n john barthmaier n october 21, 2009
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Password Security& Software Encryption
John Barthmaier
October 21, 2009
Brief Overview ofPassword Security
How is Password Authenticated? What techniques are employed? Fresh approaches to encryption Hack attacks, SPAM, etc. Everyday solutions
Password Authentication
Encrypted channels Hash-based challenge response Zero-knowledge password Changing of passwords Password longevity
Fresh approaches to encryption
DES AES Cryptography Hash Functions Secure Hash algorithms
Everyday solutions
Change password Force a minimum of 8 characters Periodic changes Random Generator Limit number of failures
Hacks, Attacks and Software Issues
Telecommunications failures during 9/11 Fiber sabotage Cyber attacks(China as well) Lights Out Lovcsan worm, Nachi worm & Sobig.F virus
Software used in Password Security
Password protect software Lastbit.com Password Managers Password Generators Password Recovery Software Password Security Software USB Password Software Auto Login Software
Questions?????
Where is Password Security headed? How can Passwords be improved? Are there techniques that are foolproof? ?????????????