A Multipart authentication Code (MAC) Is a Key-Dependent, One-Way Hash Function

question 105

True/False

A multipart authentication code (MAC) is a key-dependent, one-way hash function that allows only specific recipients (symmetric key holders) to access the message digest. _________________________

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Collusion

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