Client Side JavaScript Encryption & Decryption | JS Monthly London | June 2023

Client Side JavaScript Encryption & Decryption // Praveen Kumar Purushothaman
In this intriguing JavaScript talk, we delve into the world of client-side encryption and decryption, presenting a daring idea that promises enhanced safety. By exploring the potential of safeguarding sensitive information within the realm of JavaScript, we embark on an unconventional journey that challenges conventional practices. Brace yourself for an unconventional approach that pushes the boundaries of security and dares to place valuable data in an unexpected location. This talk is going to be completely practical
[00:00:00] Introduction
[00:00:33] Motivation for creating client side encryption
[00:01:39] What is the use case?
[00:02:25] Validation
[00:03:45] What do we know already?
[00:04:57] Plain Text & Salt Proposal
[00:06:04] Demo: Simple Salt Based Encryption & Decryption
[00:08:10] Let's Try Different Types of Values
[00:12:32] Where this is useful
[00:13:15] Github Code & Bugs
[00:14:44] Questions & Criticisms
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