In this assignment, you'll apply your knowledge of password security, including decryption, password creation, hashing, and salting, culminating in a creative educational task.Initial Clue (Encrypted with Caesar Cipher)

• Encrypted Clue: Vjku ku c ugetgv oguucig
• Hint: The shift used is 2.

Task 1: Decryption and Password Creation

• Decrypt the clue and use its message to create strong password.

Task 2: Hash Your Password

• Hash your password using an online tool like https://randommer.io/Hash/SHA256

Task 3: The Salting Challenge

• Add the salt "CPSC42100" to your original password and hash the new combination.

Final Task: Create an Educational Poster or Infographic

• Objective: Design a digital poster or infographic about best practices for password security.
• Tools to Use: Canva, Adobe Spark, Piktochart, or Microsoft PowerPoint.
• Content Guidelines: Include information on strong password creation, hashing, and the importance of salting.
• Design and Content Tips:
  • Ensure clarity and visual appeal.
  • Educate an audience unfamiliar with password security.
  • Only need to be one page/slide

Submission Requirements

• Submit the decrypted clue, your passwords (plain text, hashed, and salted hashed), and your explanation for salting.
• Attach your educational poster or infographic.

Evaluation Criteria

• Decryption and Password Creation: Accuracy in decryption and effective password creation.
• Knowledge Application: Correct use of hashing and understanding of salting.
• Creativity in Educational Material: Quality and informativeness of the poster or infographic.