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Nonce

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Also known as: number used once, crypto nonce

Last updated August 9, 2026

Definition

A nonce is a number used once in a cryptographic protocol to prevent replay and keep operations unique.

Real-World Example

An authentication protocol including a fresh nonce so an old captured response cannot be reused.

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