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diff --git a/docs/hazmat/primitives/symmetric-encryption.rst b/docs/hazmat/primitives/symmetric-encryption.rst index 7d3b072d..4d0703bb 100644 --- a/docs/hazmat/primitives/symmetric-encryption.rst +++ b/docs/hazmat/primitives/symmetric-encryption.rst @@ -149,6 +149,16 @@ Weak Ciphers :param bytes key: The secret key, 32-448 bits in length (in increments of 8). This must be kept secret. +.. class:: ARC4(key) + + ARC4 (Alleged RC4) is a stream cipher with serious weaknesses in its + initial stream output. Its use is strongly discouraged. ARC4 does not use + mode constructions. + + :param bytes key: The secret key, ``40``, ``56``, ``64``, ``80``, ``128``, + ``192``, or ``256`` bits in length. This must be kept + secret. + Modes ~~~~~ |