Using a MAC (message authentication code), what happens if an attacker attempts to tamper with the Tag (the MAC) and the ciphertext while in transit? The recipient would be able to spot a tampered Tag/ciphertext, thus please explain why this attack is futile.
Using a MAC (message authentication code), what happens if an attacker attempts to tamper with the Tag (the MAC) and the ciphertext while in transit? The recipient would be able to spot a tampered Tag/ciphertext, thus please explain why this attack is futile.
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Using a MAC (message authentication code), what happens if an attacker attempts to tamper with the Tag (the MAC) and the ciphertext while in transit? The recipient would be able to spot a tampered Tag/ciphertext, thus please explain why this attack is futile.
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