Security · 1h ago
Security Myth: Encryption Alone Doesn't Make Software Safe
A developer recounts learning that strong encryption algorithms like AES or ChaCha20 don't guarantee security. Real failures stem from poor engineering: weak passwords, bad key management, and ignoring physical access. Security depends on architecture and many small decisions, not just cryptographic choices.
Meridian48 take
The piece reinforces a fundamental but often overlooked truth: cryptography is a tool, not a silver bullet—engineering discipline matters more.
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