Cryptography Objective Questions and Answers

This cryptography quiz contains carefully curated objective questions with correct answers and clear explanations. It is designed for developers, security learners, and interview preparation, covering modern encryption, hashing, authentication, and security best practices.

Practice Cryptography MCQs with Detailed Explanations

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46.
Medium
Which cryptographic operation verifies data authenticity?
47.
Easy
What is the purpose of a private key?
48.
Medium
Which algorithm is best suited for mobile devices?
49.
Easy
Which protocol uses certificates for trust?
50.
Easy
Which encryption type uses the same key for encryption and decryption?
51.
Easy
What is the purpose of a certificate authority?
52.
Hard
Which algorithm is resistant to quantum attacks?
53.
Easy
Which attack involves intercepting communication?
54.
Easy
Which cryptographic function is one-way?
55.
Medium
Which algorithm is used for generating digital certificates?
56.
Easy
What does encryption protect against?
57.
Easy
Which algorithm is commonly used in blockchain hashing?
58.
Easy
What is the main goal of cryptography?
59.
Medium
Which encryption is faster for large data?
60.
Easy
Which cryptographic practice improves password security the most?
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