Strong key
A strong key is a naming convention in computer programming. Multiple components (such as DLLs) may share the same name while differing in version, a situation that can result in versioning conflicts.[citation needed]
In the Microsoft .NET Framework, a strong key, also known as an SN key or strong name, is used to uniquely identify a component. This identification relies in part on public-key cryptography.[1]
Strong names ensure reliable binding between components, or between a root key and a component. However, they do not provide tamper resistance for the files containing those components.[2] Strong naming is also used as a mechanism to mitigate issues commonly referred to as DLL hell.
The key itself is generated by a separate program as a cryptographic key pair.
References
[edit]- ^ gewarren. "Strong-named assemblies - .NET". learn.microsoft.com. Retrieved 2025-12-30.
- ^ CodeProject: Building Security Awareness in .NET Assemblies : Part 3 - Learn to break Strong Name .NET Assemblies.
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