This Block Cipher Fundamentals and Modes of Operation course equips you with the foundational skills to understand and apply encryption in real-world security systems. Start by exploring the basics of encryption and how block ciphers protect digital data. Compare block and stream ciphers to understand their strengths and applications in secure communications. Dive into core encryption modes like ECB (Electronic Codebook) and CBC (Cipher Block Chaining), then advance to modern modes such as CFB, OFB, and CTR. Learn how each mode influences encryption strength, efficiency, and data integrity.
Block Cipher Modes of Operation Training
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Block Cipher Modes of Operation Training
This course is part of Master Basics of Cybersecurity Fundamentals Training Specialization
Instructor: Priyanka Mehta
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2 hours to complete
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What you'll learn
Explore core encryption modes like ECB, CBC, CFB, OFB, and CTR for secure data handling.
Analyze the impact of each mode on encryption strength and system performance.
Compare traditional and modern cipher techniques used in real-world cryptography.
Apply the right block cipher mode to secure communication systems effectively.
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There are 2 modules in this course
Master the foundations of encryption and block ciphers in this beginner-friendly course. Understand how block ciphers secure digital data, compare them with stream ciphers, and explore key encryption modes like ECB, CBC, and CTR. Learn how different cipher types and modes impact security and performance in real-world applications.
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5 videos1 reading3 assignments
Master block cipher modes of operation in this hands-on course. Explore traditional modes like ECB and CBC, and advance to modern techniques such as CFB, OFB, and CTR. Understand how each mode impacts encryption strength, performance, and application in secure communication systems.
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Frequently asked questions
CBC encrypts each block of plaintext by XORing it with the previous ciphertext block, making encryption more secure and dependent on the block before it.
Anyone interested in learning encryption basics students, developers, and cybersecurity enthusiasts.
The course covers ECB, CBC, CFB, OFB, and CTR modes of operation in block ciphers.
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