All answers must include 5 to 7 original thoughts.

Part A.

Describe the padding techniques that are used in block cipher encryption, and the vulnerabilities introduced in the technology because of it.

Part B.

DES is an example of a block cipher encryption function. Even though DES is no longer considered a formidable encryption technique, it is of interest to discuss it and the weaknesses associated with it that caused its eventual downfall.

How were these weaknesses addressed?

Make your initial response an original one, not just a response to another post