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Question 11

Which of these hashing algorithms produces a 128-bit hash?

  • A

    Data Encryption Standard (DES)

  • B

    Message Digest 5 (MD5)

  • C

    Advanced Encryption Standard (AES)

  • D

    Secure Hash Algorithm (SHA) - 1

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

MD5 produces a 128-bit hash that can be used to verify the authenticity and integrity of a packet.

SHA-1 produces a 160-bit hash.

DES and AES are encryption algorithms, not hashing algorithms.

Further reading - https://www.juniper.net/documentation/en_US/junos/topics/topic-map/security-ipsec-vpn-overview.html

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cryptographic_hash_function

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