Cryptography
International Association for Cryptologic Research (IACR)The International Association for Cryptologic Research
(IACR) is a non-profit scientific organization whose purpose is to further
research in cryptology and related fields.
Crypto-GramCrypto-Gram is a free monthly e-mail newsletter on computer
security and cryptography from Bruce Schneier (author of Secrets and Lies
and Applied Cryptography, inventor of Blowfish and Twofish, CTO and founder
of Counterpane Internet Security, Inc., general crypto pundit and occasional
crypto curmudgeon).
Cryptography FAQSnake Oil FAQ
The Snake Oil FAQ is posted monthly to sci.crypt, alt.security,
comp.security, comp.answers, and comp.infosystems. It is available in PostScript
and PDF form (ideal for printing)
Cryptography WorldThis web site is designed to help you understand the basics
of cryptography, presenting the main ideas in simple language. It also provides
access to a series of resources to help you apply, and implement, cryptographic
solutions.
Cryptonomicon news and information site for the crypto community
Adam Back's Homepage: CypherspaceInformation on some cryptanalytic hacks, breaking weak
cryptosystems
Why Cryptography Is Harder Than It LooksEssay by Bruce Schneier
The Cipher ChallengeThe Cipher Challenge was a set of ten encrypted messages
to be found at the end of The Code Book, a history of codes and code breaking
Strong Cryptography Links on the InternetThis page contains links and pointers to other web pages
dealing with cryptography and information security
Choosing a Good PasswordTips on choosing a difficult to crack password
Standard
Cryptographic Algorithm NamingThis document gives references for a collection of cryptographic
algorithms.