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What is a master key in crypto?
What is a master key in crypto?
Chloe_thompson_artist
Thu Jan 23 2025
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I'm trying to understand cryptography and I came across the term 'master key'. Could someone explain what a master key is in the context of crypto and how it's used?
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JamesBrown
Sat Jan 25 2025
It is derived from PBKDF2, which stands for Password-Based Key Derivation Function 1.
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CryptoPioneer
Sat Jan 25 2025
This function generates a hash, which is unique for every seed phrase used.
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Stefano
Sat Jan 25 2025
The hash obtained from PBKDF2 is known as the master key.
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BusanBeautyBloomingStar
Sat Jan 25 2025
The master key serves as a crucial component in the cryptographic process.
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SumoMight
Sat Jan 25 2025
Another term for the master key is an extended key.
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