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Cryptanalysis

Cryptanalysis is the study of methods for obtaining the meaning of encrypted information, without knowledge of the secret key. It involves analyzing information systems to understand hidden aspects, with the goal of breaching cryptographic security. This enables access to the contents of encrypted messages, even when the cryptographic key is not known. In essence, it's the art and science of breaking codes and ciphers.