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xkcd #3314: Vulnerability

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Other numbers are largely unaffected, but anyone using '4' for their certificate key is urged to upgrade to '5'.

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Source: https://xkcd.com/3314/

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[-] NocturnalMorning@lemmy.world 6 points 5 days ago

I'm glad I learned about this. I was about to make a private key with the number 5. Now I will make it with half 6 knowing that it's more secure, and backed by science!

[-] m4xie@lemmy.ca 3 points 5 days ago

I heard encryption is based on prime numbers. You might want to try 7.

this post was submitted on 21 Oct 2026
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