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1D0-571 · Question #58

Which of the following is a primary weakness of asymmetric-key encryption?

The correct answer is A. It is slow because it requires extensive calculations by the computer. See the full explanation below for the reasoning.

Question

Which of the following is a primary weakness of asymmetric-key encryption?

Options

  • AIt is slow because it requires extensive calculations by the computer.
  • BIt can lead to the corruption of encrypted data during network transfer.
  • CIt is reliant on the Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) standard, which has been compromised.
  • DIt is difficult to transfer any portion of an asymmetric key securely.

How the community answered

(49 responses)
  • A
    80% (39)
  • B
    12% (6)
  • C
    2% (1)
  • D
    6% (3)

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