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The case of the 9 bit AES key
Several PDF implementations advertise AES-256, but generate the 256-bit key from either a very small state space, or from insecure random sources.
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Security & PrivacySoftware Engineering2026
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| Submitted | Title on HN | Points | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 28, 2026 | The case of the 9 bit AES key by ledoge | 152 | 78 |