Question

Which is the key exchange algorithm used in CipherSuite parameter?

(a) RSA

(b) Fixed Diffie-Hellman

(c) Ephemeral Diffie-Hellman

(d) Any of the mentioned

This question was addressed to me by my college professor while I was bunking the class.

Origin of the question is Secure Socket Layer in section Internet Protocol, Network Addressing and Transport Level Security of Cryptograph & Network Security

Answer 1

Correct answer is (d) Any of the mentioned

For explanation I would say: We can use either of the following for the CipherSuite key exchange-

i) RSA

ii) Fixed Diffie-Hellman

iii) Ephemeral Diffie-Hellman

iv) Anonymous Diffie-Hellman

v) Fortezza.