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YAK
Yak (short for “You Already Know”) is an internet slang term used to indicate that the information being presented is already known or obvious to the recipient. It is often used in casual online conversations, particularly in social media platforms, messaging apps, and online forums, to acknowledge agreement or affirmation with a statement or assertion. The term “yak” is derived from the idea of someone nodding in agreement with a statement, indicating that they already knew or understood the information being conveyed. It is commonly used as a quick and informal way to express agreement or acknowledgment without the need for elaboration. More information about the slang term “yak” can be found at https://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=yak.
YAK Public-Key-Based Authenticated Key Exchange (AKE) Protocol
The YAK Public-Key-Based Authenticated Key Exchange (AKE) Protocol is a cryptographic protocol designed for establishing a secure communication channel between two parties over an insecure network. Introduced in 2018, YAK aims to provide authenticated key exchange capabilities using public-key cryptography. The protocol leverages elliptic curve cryptography (ECC) to enable secure key agreement between parties, ensuring confidentiality, integrity, and mutual authentication. YAK incorporates features such as perfect forward secrecy (PFS) and resistance to various cryptographic attacks, making it suitable for secure communication in environments where confidentiality and authentication are critical. YAK represents an advancement in AKE protocols, offering robust security guarantees while being efficient and practical for real-world deployment. More information about the YAK protocol can be found at International Association for Cryptologic Research (IACR) - https://eprint.iacr.org/2018/923.pdf https://eprint.iacr.org/2018/923.pdf].