Which of the following is a limitation of using symmetric encryption for securing communications?
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 4, i.e., Key distribution and management become challenging.
In symmetric encryption, the same key is used for both encryption and decryption.
- The shared secret key must be securely distributed to both sender and receiver
- If the key is intercepted during transfer, security is compromised
- Managing many keys in large systems becomes complex
This is known as the key distribution problem.