Discussion Overview
The discussion revolves around the decryption process of an RSA message, specifically focusing on converting a string into a numerical format, applying the RSA decryption formula, and interpreting the resulting number back into a string. The scope includes mathematical reasoning and technical explanation related to cryptography.
Discussion Character
- Technical explanation
- Mathematical reasoning
- Homework-related
Main Points Raised
- One participant expresses difficulty in solving an RSA decryption problem and requests hints or methods from others.
- Another participant suggests converting the string "BSSM" into a number using a specific scheme and then applying the RSA decryption formula.
- A participant calculates the numerical representation of "BSSM" as 30224 and applies the decryption formula, resulting in the number 1371.
- There is a claim that the answer to the decryption is "CAT," with a breakdown of how the number 1371 corresponds to the letters.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
There is no clear consensus on the correctness of the decryption process, as one participant claims the answer is "CAT," while another expresses uncertainty about converting the resulting number back into letters.
Contextual Notes
The discussion does not clarify the assumptions behind the conversion methods or the specific encryption scheme used, leaving some steps and definitions unresolved.
