Apple encryption issue

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From what I understand is that that they want apple to turn off the key eraser after 10 attempts so their super fast computers can try and guess the master password.

I understand that 1Password uses password-strengthening algorithm” called PBKDF2 that is a type that slows down password guessing.

What type of algorithm does the later iPhones use?

Does the iPhone use software or hardware encryption?

If an iPhone user uses a password generator and the right length then why does it need a key eraser after so many attempts?
Is not 256-AES PBKDF2 good enough with out a key eraser?
I mean why does 1Password not use a key eraser?

I would think that it would depend on the random and length of the password. If a user used a not so good password then they could guess it except for the key eraser might kick in before.
I would think that if a good password is used then the key eraser does not change anything.
Does this sound right?

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  • Ben
    Ben

    Hi @kunder,

    Thanks for taking the time to write in! We have an existing conversation on this topic happening here:

    Apple vs the Feds - AgileBits Support Forum

    I believe you'll find the answers to most of your questions there, but if you have any follow up please be sure to include it in that thread.

    :)

    Ben

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