Re: Unix User Password File Encryption

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There aren't any known patterns that can be exploited. The output of DES encryption 25 times generates pseudo-random output. If a pattern did exist, cryptanalysis of DES would be very easy.

Mark

But But But *laugh* --- Ok, here is my only straw in this lousy bushel of confusion >) --- What about a Fuzzy Pattern? ---- Ya I know, that is a pretty big staw... The thought of it is fuzzy, let alone a fuzzy pattern. I've done a lot of reading on Fuzzy Sets and Fuzzy Logic in general.. I see how it could work 'maybe' But, yes it is a very indefinite field.. To many people don't believe in its possible existance... Ok -- Any replys would be nice thanks bye.