why might vendors propose proprietary encryption methods rather than using standard encryption technologies

because of perceived security risks

Explanation:

In most cases, vendors may propose proprietary encryption methods rather than using standard encryption technologies because they want their encryption technique private.

However, they may feel if they use the available standard encryption technologies (such as Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), TripleDES)  they may try to be exploited by attackers.

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