Key Derivation Function (KDF) - Definition or Meaning

Key Derivation Function (KDF)

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Definition of “Key Derivation Function (KDF)” :

A Key Derivation Function (KDF) is a cryptographic process that generates a secure encryption key based on a password or passphrase. This function uses a pseudorandom function to derive the key, ensuring it’s difficult to predict or reverse-engineer.

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