Initialization vector - DES/triple-des algorithm

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Published on 2010-04-08T23:31:12Z Indexed on 2010/04/08 23:33 UTC
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Hi,

In order to generate the encrypted data we would need to define a Key that should suffice generating the data. But in .net DESCryptoServiceProvider requires Key and Intialisation Vector to generate the encrypted data. In this regard, I would like to know the importance & the benefit gained by defining this initialisation vector field. Is this mandatory while encryption using DES algorithm.

Pls share your thoughts on the same.

Regards, Balu

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