An attacker attempts to modify the Tag (ciphertext) and the MAC using a MAC (message authentication code). What would happen if I did that? If this attack is effective, the receiver will always be able to recognise a changed Tag or ciphertext.

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An attacker attempts to modify the Tag (ciphertext) and the MAC using a MAC (message authentication code). What would happen if I did that? If this attack is effective, the receiver will always be able to recognise a changed Tag or ciphertext.

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