Explore the concept of masking in cryptography through this informative 54-minute lecture. Delve into the fundamental principles and applications of masking techniques used to enhance the security of cryptographic implementations. Gain insights into how masking helps protect against side-channel attacks and other vulnerabilities in cryptographic systems. Learn about different masking schemes, their strengths, and potential weaknesses. Understand the importance of masking in modern cryptographic protocols and its role in safeguarding sensitive information.