Question

A hash function guarantees integrity of a message. It guarantees that message has not been:-
1. Exchanged
2. Over view
3. Changed
4. Violated

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 3 : Changed

The correct answer is Changed.

• A hash function guarantees the integrity of a message. It guarantees that message has not been changed.
• When data is processed by a hash function, a small string of bits, known as a hash, is generated.
• The slightest change to the message typically makes a large change in the resulting hash.
•  A hash function is used to detect changes to a message.
• A cryptographic hash function does not require a cryptographic key.
  • A key is a group of random characters in a particular order.