1024-bit RSA keys In Danger Of Compromise?

Posted by Hemos on Monday March 25, 2002 @01:05PM from the well-of-course-they-are dept.

antiher0 writes "According to an email from Lucky Green that came across bugtraq yesterday, 1024-bit encryption should no longer be considered pristine. Bernstein released a proposal that outlines the creation of a machine capable of breaking 1024-bit crypto on the order of minutes or even seconds for the measly cost of ~$1B USD. For a more thorough discussion, check out the original email." Update: 03/26 03:16 GMT by T : And don't forget to revisit Bruce Schneier's analysis of Bernstein's claims, which cast doubt on the practicality of breaking such large keys anytime soon.

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Billion by brodiedreamyou.ca · 2002-03-25 13:06 · Score: 0, Offtopic

Ah whats a cool billion between friends
But what's a measily $1B for a government agency? by dongkiru · 2002-03-25 13:07 · Score: 0, Offtopic

And how much is Bill Gate worth now?